Peter Was Born with a Condition That Required a Tube

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Essay

Peter was born with a condition that required a tube to be surgically implanted to drain fluid from his brain into his abdomen to minimize brain damage. Peter has the condition known as __________.

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Definitions:

Hyperglycemia

A medical condition characterized by high levels of glucose (sugar) in the bloodstream.

Cushingoid Features

Physical signs that suggest the presence of Cushing's syndrome, such as a rounded face, fat accumulation around the midsection and upper back, and thinning arms and legs.

Diabetic Ketoacidosis

A serious diabetes complication where the body produces excess blood acids (ketones) due to lack of insulin.

Hyperglycemia

A condition characterized by an excessively high level of glucose in the blood, often associated with diabetes.