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In developing countries like India, a special kind of
diabetes is noticed. It was designated as Malnutrition Related Diabetes
Mellitus in 1995 by WHO. It occurs largely in young malnourished individuals
in developing countries. In India it affects nearly one percent of the
country’s diabetic population.
It is characterized by early onset, usually before the age of 30 years, and
requires insulin for controlling blood sugar.
Another variation of Malnutrition Related Diabetes Mellitus is Fibro
Calculous Pancreatic Diabetes. It has high prevalence in tropical and
developing countries. In India it occurs more in southern states. It is
characterized by recurrent abdominal pain.
Malnutrition Related Diabetes Mellitus is though to be related to
malnutrition during natal and early childhood.
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