Endocrine disorders · Physiology

Which endocrine disorder is associated with insulin resistance?

  1. Type 1 diabetes mellitus
  2. Type 2 diabetes mellitus
  3. Addison disease
  4. Hypothyroidism
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Correct answer: Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Type 2 diabetes involves decreased sensitivity of tissues to insulin. Insulin levels may be normal or high initially.

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