Endocrinology & Diabetes — Flashcards

What is the 2nd line management of T2DM if HbA1c is _____ while on metformin? Dual therapy (metformin + DPP-4i/pioglitazone/sulfonylurea/SGLT-2i)

If triple therapy does not control T2DM consider replacement of one drug for a _____

_____ should not be added to T2DM treatment until metformin has been titrated up to the final dose

Cushing's syndrome may show a _____ upon ABG testing

An _____ can be used to differentiate between Cushing's syndrome and pseudo-cushings

Hint: Investigation

_____ is caused by a pituitary tumour which secretes excessive ACTH. Excessive ACTH causes adrenal hyperplasia

Pre-diabetic/high risk FASTING blood glucose range is _____

First-line management of type 2 diabetes with CVD is _____.

Hint: 2

Patients who do not tolerate metformin should be switched to _____

Diagnostic tests for Cushing's syndrome include: First line: _____ Second line: 24hr urinary free cortisol