EP. 38: Type 5 Diabetes (Malnutrition Related Diabetes)

In this episode, Dr. Ed and Liz discuss the April 2025 recognition of a unique form of Diabetes (Type 5) affecting those who have experienced prolonged malnutrition at a young age. What do we know about Type 5, and what unique insight could an eating disorder specialist provide to this newly recognized condition?Research:An Atypical Form of Diabetes Among Individuals With Low BMIhttps://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/45/6/1428/146920/An-Atypical-Form-of-Diabetes-Among-IndividualsResearch leads to designation of new type of diabetes: Type 5https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-04-diabetes.htmlInternational Diabetes Federation launches new type 5 diabetes working grouphttps://idf.org/news/new-type-5-diabetes-working-group/