Negative and Positive Feedback
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The human body is very complex and seeks to maintain a constant internal environment. This state of dynamic equilibrium is called homeostasis. Some diseases such as diabetes can impact the body’s ability to maintain homeostasis. To maintain a relatively constant internal environment, the human body uses negative and positive feedback.
For your initial post, answer the following question:
- As a medical professional, how would you explain the role negative and positive feedback plays in maintaining homeostasis to a newly diagnosed diabetic patient?