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Which disease among the following is otherwise known as metabolic syndrome or syndrome X?

Which disease among the following is otherwise known as metabolic syndrome or syndrome X? Correct Answer Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes mellitus type2, is also referred to as metabolic syndrome or syndrome X. The intermediate phase before this condition is actually referred to as syndrome X. This is characterized by obesity in the abdomen and hypertension (high blood pressure).

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