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[[File:Mitochondrial_inheritance.svg| | | name = Diabetes and deafness | ||
| image = [[File:Mitochondrial_inheritance.svg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Mitochondrial inheritance pattern | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]], [[Otolaryngology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hyperglycemia]], [[Hearing loss]] | |||
| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[Neuropathy]], [[Retinopathy]] | |||
| onset = Varies, often in [[adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic (medicine)|Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetic mutation]] in [[mitochondrial DNA]] | |||
| risks = Family history of [[mitochondrial disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Genetic testing]], [[Audiometry]], [[Blood glucose test]] | |||
| differential = [[Type 1 diabetes]], [[Type 2 diabetes]], [[Syndromic deafness]] | |||
| treatment = [[Insulin therapy]], [[Hearing aids]], [[Cochlear implants]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies, depends on management of symptoms | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Diabetes and deafness''' is a condition that is often associated with certain genetic syndromes, particularly those involving [[mitochondrial inheritance]]. This condition can manifest as part of a syndrome where both [[diabetes mellitus]] and [[sensorineural hearing loss]] are present. | '''Diabetes and deafness''' is a condition that is often associated with certain genetic syndromes, particularly those involving [[mitochondrial inheritance]]. This condition can manifest as part of a syndrome where both [[diabetes mellitus]] and [[sensorineural hearing loss]] are present. | ||
=== Mitochondrial Inheritance === | === Mitochondrial Inheritance === | ||
Diabetes and deafness can be linked to mutations in the [[mitochondrial DNA]] (mtDNA). Mitochondria are the energy-producing organelles within cells, and they have their own DNA, which is inherited maternally. This means that conditions caused by mutations in mtDNA, such as diabetes and deafness, are passed from mothers to their children. | Diabetes and deafness can be linked to mutations in the [[mitochondrial DNA]] (mtDNA). Mitochondria are the energy-producing organelles within cells, and they have their own DNA, which is inherited maternally. This means that conditions caused by mutations in mtDNA, such as diabetes and deafness, are passed from mothers to their children. | ||
Mitochondrial inheritance is characterized by the fact that only the [[ovum]] contributes mitochondria to the embryo, while the [[sperm]] does not. Therefore, all offspring of an affected mother may inherit the condition, while none of the offspring of an affected father will. | Mitochondrial inheritance is characterized by the fact that only the [[ovum]] contributes mitochondria to the embryo, while the [[sperm]] does not. Therefore, all offspring of an affected mother may inherit the condition, while none of the offspring of an affected father will. | ||
=== Clinical Features === | === Clinical Features === | ||
The combination of diabetes and deafness can be seen in several mitochondrial syndromes, such as [[Maternally Inherited Diabetes and Deafness]] (MIDD). In these cases, diabetes is typically of the [[non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus]] (NIDDM) type, although it can progress to require insulin treatment. | The combination of diabetes and deafness can be seen in several mitochondrial syndromes, such as [[Maternally Inherited Diabetes and Deafness]] (MIDD). In these cases, diabetes is typically of the [[non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus]] (NIDDM) type, although it can progress to require insulin treatment. | ||
The hearing loss associated with these conditions is usually sensorineural, meaning it is due to problems in the inner ear or the auditory nerve. This type of hearing loss is often progressive and can vary in severity. | The hearing loss associated with these conditions is usually sensorineural, meaning it is due to problems in the inner ear or the auditory nerve. This type of hearing loss is often progressive and can vary in severity. | ||
=== Genetic Mutations === | === Genetic Mutations === | ||
Several specific mutations in the mitochondrial genome have been associated with diabetes and deafness. One of the most common mutations is the A3243G mutation in the [[MT-TL1]] gene, which affects the [[tRNA]] for leucine. This mutation is also associated with other mitochondrial disorders, such as [[MELAS syndrome]] (Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy, Lactic Acidosis, and Stroke-like episodes). | Several specific mutations in the mitochondrial genome have been associated with diabetes and deafness. One of the most common mutations is the A3243G mutation in the [[MT-TL1]] gene, which affects the [[tRNA]] for leucine. This mutation is also associated with other mitochondrial disorders, such as [[MELAS syndrome]] (Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy, Lactic Acidosis, and Stroke-like episodes). | ||
=== Diagnosis and Management === | === Diagnosis and Management === | ||
Diagnosis of diabetes and deafness due to mitochondrial mutations involves genetic testing to identify specific mtDNA mutations. Management of the condition includes regular monitoring and treatment of diabetes, as well as audiological assessments and interventions for hearing loss. | Diagnosis of diabetes and deafness due to mitochondrial mutations involves genetic testing to identify specific mtDNA mutations. Management of the condition includes regular monitoring and treatment of diabetes, as well as audiological assessments and interventions for hearing loss. | ||
=== Prognosis === | === Prognosis === | ||
The prognosis for individuals with diabetes and deafness due to mitochondrial mutations varies depending on the specific mutation and the severity of the symptoms. Early diagnosis and management can help improve quality of life and reduce complications. | The prognosis for individuals with diabetes and deafness due to mitochondrial mutations varies depending on the specific mutation and the severity of the symptoms. Early diagnosis and management can help improve quality of life and reduce complications. | ||
== See also == | |||
== | |||
* [[Mitochondrial disease]] | * [[Mitochondrial disease]] | ||
* [[Diabetes mellitus]] | * [[Diabetes mellitus]] | ||
* [[Hearing loss]] | * [[Hearing loss]] | ||
* [[Genetic disorders]] | * [[Genetic disorders]] | ||
{{Mitochondrial diseases}} | {{Mitochondrial diseases}} | ||
[[Category:Genetic disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Diabetes]] | [[Category:Diabetes]] | ||
[[Category:Hearing loss]] | [[Category:Hearing loss]] | ||
Latest revision as of 18:26, 5 April 2025
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
Obesity, Sleep & Internal medicine
Founder, WikiMD Wellnesspedia &
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| Diabetes and deafness | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hyperglycemia, Hearing loss |
| Complications | Cardiovascular disease, Neuropathy, Retinopathy |
| Onset | Varies, often in adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic mutation in mitochondrial DNA |
| Risks | Family history of mitochondrial disorders |
| Diagnosis | Genetic testing, Audiometry, Blood glucose test |
| Differential diagnosis | Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, Syndromic deafness |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Insulin therapy, Hearing aids, Cochlear implants |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies, depends on management of symptoms |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Diabetes and deafness is a condition that is often associated with certain genetic syndromes, particularly those involving mitochondrial inheritance. This condition can manifest as part of a syndrome where both diabetes mellitus and sensorineural hearing loss are present.
Mitochondrial Inheritance[edit]
Diabetes and deafness can be linked to mutations in the mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA). Mitochondria are the energy-producing organelles within cells, and they have their own DNA, which is inherited maternally. This means that conditions caused by mutations in mtDNA, such as diabetes and deafness, are passed from mothers to their children. Mitochondrial inheritance is characterized by the fact that only the ovum contributes mitochondria to the embryo, while the sperm does not. Therefore, all offspring of an affected mother may inherit the condition, while none of the offspring of an affected father will.
Clinical Features[edit]
The combination of diabetes and deafness can be seen in several mitochondrial syndromes, such as Maternally Inherited Diabetes and Deafness (MIDD). In these cases, diabetes is typically of the non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) type, although it can progress to require insulin treatment. The hearing loss associated with these conditions is usually sensorineural, meaning it is due to problems in the inner ear or the auditory nerve. This type of hearing loss is often progressive and can vary in severity.
Genetic Mutations[edit]
Several specific mutations in the mitochondrial genome have been associated with diabetes and deafness. One of the most common mutations is the A3243G mutation in the MT-TL1 gene, which affects the tRNA for leucine. This mutation is also associated with other mitochondrial disorders, such as MELAS syndrome (Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy, Lactic Acidosis, and Stroke-like episodes).
Diagnosis and Management[edit]
Diagnosis of diabetes and deafness due to mitochondrial mutations involves genetic testing to identify specific mtDNA mutations. Management of the condition includes regular monitoring and treatment of diabetes, as well as audiological assessments and interventions for hearing loss.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for individuals with diabetes and deafness due to mitochondrial mutations varies depending on the specific mutation and the severity of the symptoms. Early diagnosis and management can help improve quality of life and reduce complications.
See also[edit]
| Mitochondrial diseases | ||||||||||
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see also mitochondrial proteins
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