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Is it true that thrombophlebitis or pylephlebitis can lead to having diabetes type 2?
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Not true.: Neither thrombophlebitis (clot in a superficial or deep vein) or pylephlebitis (inflammation of the portal vein) have a cause and effect relationship to causing diabetes.
Answered 1/8/2014
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