Other Medical Conditions
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects about 6% of women and results in the ovarian production of high amounts of androgens (male hormones), particularly testosterone. It appears to be an important cause of many menstrual disorders. Women with PCOS are at higher risk for insulin resistance, and about half of PCOS patients also have diabetes.
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Schizophrenia. While no definitive association has been established, research has suggested an increased background risk of diabetes among people with schizophrenia. In addition, many of the new generation of antipsychotic medications may elevate blood glucose levels. Patients taking antipsychotic medications, (such as clozapine, olanzapine, risperidone, aripiprazole, quetiapine fumarate, ziprasidone), should receive a baseline blood glucose level test and be monitored for any increases during therapy.
Hepatitis C. Patients with hepatitis C have a higher incidence of type 2 diabetes. The reasons for this are unclear.
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