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Definition
MODY (Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young) is a form of diabetes caused by genetic mutations that typically manifests in adolescence or early adulthood and is often misdiagnosed as type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
Sample Sentences
- MODY is often misdiagnosed as type 1 or type 2 diabetes due to its genetic nature.
- Patients with MODY typically have a strong family history of diabetes.
- Research into MODY has led to better understanding and treatment options for those affected.
- The diagnosis of MODY requires specific genetic testing to confirm the subtype.
- MODY can present in adolescents and young adults, distinguishing it from other forms of diabetes.