former term for type 2 diabetes.
Synonym for non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus ... <disease> An often mild form of diabetes mellitus of gradual onset, usually in obese individuals over age 35; absolute plasma insulin levels are normal to high, but relatively low in relation to plasma glucose levels; ketoacidosis is rare, but hyperosmolar coma can occur; responds well t...
[n] - mild form of diabetes mellitus that develops gradually in adults
non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus noun mild form of diabetes mellitus that develops gradually in adults; can be precipitated by obesity or severe stress or menopause or other factors; can usually be controlled by die...
diabetes (def. 4)