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Question
Name the two kinds of diabetes? Mention their symptoms and the causes.
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Solution
1. Diabetes mellitus: Cause - under secretion of Insulin hormone Symptoms - excretion of great deal of urine with sugar, Person feels thirsty and loss of weight. In severe cases, the person may lose the eye sight. 2. Diabetes insipidus: Cause - Under secretion of Anti-diuretic hormone Symptoms - frequent urination resulting in loss of water from body and the person feels thirsty.
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