What is cystic fibrosis-related diabetes?
Cystic fibrosis related diabetes is common. Insulin deficiency develops due to build up of thick secretions in the pancreas which damages hormone producing cells. Insulin resistance also develops due to chronic infections, high levels of cortisol due to stress and frequent use of corticosteroids.
How do members experience cystic fibrosis-related diabetes?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for cystic fibrosis-related diabetes*
Who has cystic fibrosis-related diabetes on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 25 | |
| 30s | 62 | |
| 40s | 35 | |
| 50s | 22 | |
| 60s | 10 | |
| 70+ | 6 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 42 | |
| Female | 119 |