Human Physiology Case Study, OUM, Malaysia: A 55-year-old woman reports intense thirst and recurrent vaginal thrush infections
CASE STUDY 1 A 55-year-old woman reports intense thirst and recurrent vaginal thrush infections. On further questioning, she describes frequent trips to the toilet and blurring of her vision. A physical examination reveal a height of 5’3” (1.60m), weight of 12 stone 9lbs (80kg), and blood pressure of 160/100mmHg (normal <140/90). A simple “pin-prick” blood …