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Fatigue, thirst, and elevated glucose
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This archived Doctordle case was published on 2026-04-03. It presents "Fatigue, thirst, and elevated glucose" as a Easy Endocrinology puzzle. The final answer is Type 2 Diabetes.
Answer
Type 2 Diabetes
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Topic pages verified on 2026-07-11
Information summarized from MedlinePlus.gov. MedlinePlus does not endorse Doctordle.
Six clues
Clue 1
A 52-year-old reports increased thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue.
Clue 2
He has had gradual weight gain over several years.
Clue 3
A screening blood test shows persistently elevated glucose.
Clue 4
Family history includes the same chronic metabolic condition.
Clue 5
The condition involves impaired insulin action and long-term glucose control.
Clue 6
The most common adult form is the answer.
Plain-language explanation
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition involving elevated blood glucose, often related to insulin resistance. The clue set is for puzzle play and not for self-diagnosis or medical decision-making.
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