Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
iddm
noun
/ˈɪd.dɪ.m/
Definition
Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) is a form of diabetes where the body doesn’t produce enough insulin, requiring lifelong insulin therapy.
Examples
- People with IDDM must monitor their blood sugar levels regularly.
- She was diagnosed with IDDM at the age of ten.
- Insulin injections are essential for those living with IDDM.
Meaning
IDDM is commonly known as Type 1 diabetes, a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin.
Synonyms
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile diabetes
- Insulin-dependent diabetes
