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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Maturity onset diabetes of the young type 4
| synonyms        = MODY 4
| field          = [[Endocrinology]]
| symptoms        = [[Hyperglycemia]], [[polyuria]], [[polydipsia]], [[weight loss]]
| complications  = [[Diabetic ketoacidosis]], [[microvascular complications]]
| onset          = Typically in [[adolescence]] or [[early adulthood]]
| duration        = [[Chronic condition|Chronic]]
| causes          = [[Genetic mutation]] in the [[PDX1]] gene
| risks          = [[Family history]] of [[diabetes]]
| diagnosis      = [[Genetic testing]], [[blood glucose]] tests
| differential    = [[Type 1 diabetes]], [[Type 2 diabetes]], other forms of [[MODY]]
| treatment      = [[Dietary management]], [[oral hypoglycemic agents]], [[insulin therapy]]
| medication      = [[Sulfonylureas]], [[Metformin]], [[Insulin]]
| prognosis      = Variable, depending on [[glycemic control]]
| frequency      = Rare, less than 1% of all [[diabetes mellitus]] cases
}}
'''MODY 4''' is a form of [[Maturity onset diabetes of the young]] (MODY), which is a group of inherited forms of [[diabetes mellitus]]. It is caused by mutations in the [[PDX1]] gene.
'''MODY 4''' is a form of [[Maturity onset diabetes of the young]] (MODY), which is a group of inherited forms of [[diabetes mellitus]]. It is caused by mutations in the [[PDX1]] gene.
==Overview==
==Overview==
MODY 4 is a rare form of MODY, with fewer than 1% of all MODY cases being MODY 4. It is characterized by the onset of hyperglycemia at an early age (often before 25 years of age), a primary defect in insulin secretion and a strong inheritance pattern.
MODY 4 is a rare form of MODY, with fewer than 1% of all MODY cases being MODY 4. It is characterized by the onset of hyperglycemia at an early age (often before 25 years of age), a primary defect in insulin secretion and a strong inheritance pattern.
==Causes==
==Causes==
MODY 4 is caused by mutations in the PDX1 gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein that is involved in the development of the pancreas. The PDX1 protein also helps regulate the production of insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.
MODY 4 is caused by mutations in the PDX1 gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein that is involved in the development of the pancreas. The PDX1 protein also helps regulate the production of insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.
==Symptoms==
==Symptoms==
The symptoms of MODY 4 are similar to those of other forms of diabetes, including frequent urination, excessive thirst, fatigue, blurred vision, and weight loss. However, because MODY 4 often develops at a young age, these symptoms may be mistaken for those of type 1 diabetes.
The symptoms of MODY 4 are similar to those of other forms of diabetes, including frequent urination, excessive thirst, fatigue, blurred vision, and weight loss. However, because MODY 4 often develops at a young age, these symptoms may be mistaken for those of type 1 diabetes.
==Diagnosis==
==Diagnosis==
The diagnosis of MODY 4 is based on the presence of persistent hyperglycemia, a family history of diabetes, and the identification of a mutation in the PDX1 gene. Genetic testing is necessary to confirm the diagnosis.
The diagnosis of MODY 4 is based on the presence of persistent hyperglycemia, a family history of diabetes, and the identification of a mutation in the PDX1 gene. Genetic testing is necessary to confirm the diagnosis.
==Treatment==
==Treatment==
The treatment of MODY 4 involves managing blood sugar levels through a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. Some people with MODY 4 may require insulin injections.
The treatment of MODY 4 involves managing blood sugar levels through a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. Some people with MODY 4 may require insulin injections.
==See also==
==See also==
* [[Maturity onset diabetes of the young]]
* [[Maturity onset diabetes of the young]]
* [[Diabetes mellitus]]
* [[Diabetes mellitus]]
* [[PDX1]]
* [[PDX1]]
==References==
==References==
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Latest revision as of 05:19, 4 April 2025


Maturity onset diabetes of the young type 4
Synonyms MODY 4
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Hyperglycemia, polyuria, polydipsia, weight loss
Complications Diabetic ketoacidosis, microvascular complications
Onset Typically in adolescence or early adulthood
Duration Chronic
Types N/A
Causes Genetic mutation in the PDX1 gene
Risks Family history of diabetes
Diagnosis Genetic testing, blood glucose tests
Differential diagnosis Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, other forms of MODY
Prevention N/A
Treatment Dietary management, oral hypoglycemic agents, insulin therapy
Medication Sulfonylureas, Metformin, Insulin
Prognosis Variable, depending on glycemic control
Frequency Rare, less than 1% of all diabetes mellitus cases
Deaths N/A


MODY 4 is a form of Maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY), which is a group of inherited forms of diabetes mellitus. It is caused by mutations in the PDX1 gene.

Overview[edit]

MODY 4 is a rare form of MODY, with fewer than 1% of all MODY cases being MODY 4. It is characterized by the onset of hyperglycemia at an early age (often before 25 years of age), a primary defect in insulin secretion and a strong inheritance pattern.

Causes[edit]

MODY 4 is caused by mutations in the PDX1 gene. This gene provides instructions for making a protein that is involved in the development of the pancreas. The PDX1 protein also helps regulate the production of insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar levels.

Symptoms[edit]

The symptoms of MODY 4 are similar to those of other forms of diabetes, including frequent urination, excessive thirst, fatigue, blurred vision, and weight loss. However, because MODY 4 often develops at a young age, these symptoms may be mistaken for those of type 1 diabetes.

Diagnosis[edit]

The diagnosis of MODY 4 is based on the presence of persistent hyperglycemia, a family history of diabetes, and the identification of a mutation in the PDX1 gene. Genetic testing is necessary to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment[edit]

The treatment of MODY 4 involves managing blood sugar levels through a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. Some people with MODY 4 may require insulin injections.

See also[edit]

References[edit]

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