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My grandfather diabetic insulin accidentally get injected to my thumb and he suffering from gangrene at his toe fingers ,what will be the causes.

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Gangrene in diabetic patients is usually due to peripheral vascular disease. ...  Read More

My mother has been on insulin for the past 2 years she takes lupisulin m 50/50 IU 40 through vial and syringe now the insulin Injector pen which I have bought have a cartridge of lupisulin m 50/50 IU 100 and she takes 12 units though syringe so how much unit of cartridge should be administered to her ?

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Sir, what is the side effect of over dosage of insulin, if a person injected by over dosage of insulin, what happens to him

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It is dangerous practice. Insulin causes hypoglycaemia which is life threatening if not treated. ...  Read More

When should I inject insulin?? At what blood level should I inject because my levels are at 170

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Insulin need not be. Inj insulin need in surgical cases/ if DM don't respond to oral anti diabetic drugs. ...  Read More

I Need To Find a Doctor Who Can Inject Me. Near Vashi. . .

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You find the nearest doctor on your practo app. ...  Read More

Hi my father is a diabetes 2 patient and has diabetes since approx 10 years ,he was injecting insulin directly from last 2 3 years along with other tablets. He lost the pen recently and has not used been injecting insulin from.last 7 days . The blood sugar levels are not shooting upm they are in the range of 170s . How is it possible? When he was

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. It depends basically if he is having a proper diet and taking medicines properly it can be in some control. I would suggest you consult a diabetologist ...  Read More

What happend if i injected air with insulin in my body. Please tell me abt this. Thanks in advance Doctor.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

After the celiac disease . I am way too skinny and the only place left to inject insulin is stomach and it becomes difficult as i have to take almost 4 times a day and about 45 units everyday .. stomach is bulging out a little bit . So any measures to make stomach soft or any other measures ... Urgent

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Sure it can be helped . You can be put on Lon acting insulin where you have to take it only once or twice daily ...  Read More

I am a type 1 diabetic ,insulin dependant.Today while I was injecting insulin in my thigh I saw blood coming out and some amount of it mixed in the cartridge too. Should I take this insulin or not ?

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Yes you need to change the insulin ...  Read More

Hi I am.currebtly using insulin just want to know how many times can I use one needle for injecting insulin? Currently m using twice.kindly assist

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Ideally its to be used just once. But you may use it 3 to 4 times. The idea behind it is that multiple usage causes the tip to become blunt and the injections more painful . ...  Read More

Checked for Insulin resistance , homa ir index came 3.25 and fasting insulin 28.9. Other hbA1c and fasting glucose tests came normal. Is medication required for this ? Have pcod and also overweight. Kindly provide some dietary tips for this.

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Your HOMA-IR of 3.25 and fasting insulin around 29 do point to insulin resistance, which is common with PCOD even when HbA1c and fasting glucose look normal. Medication such as metformin is sometimes ...  Read More

Hi, Age - 31, Male My HBA1C trend: * 2023 - 6.0 * 2024 - 5.8 * 2025 - 5.4 * 2026 August - 5.7 * 2026 September - 5.7 Fasting sugar always 90–99 mg/dL. Average blood glucose around 117 mg/dL. Recently I did fasting insulin in September - 16 uU/mL. Calculated HOMA-IR - above 3. My question is: Is this a sign of early insulin resistance? I have

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Your HbA1c of 5.7% is in the prediabetes range, but HOMA-IR alone does not diagnose diabetes or determine treatment; fasting insulin tests vary between laboratories. The falling earlier values are enc ...  Read More

Hi, Age -31 , Male My HBA1C trend - 2023-6 2024-5.8 2025-5.4 2026 august-5.7 2026 September -5.7 Fasting sugar always 90-99 Average blood glucose around 117 Recently I did fasting insulin in September - 16uU/ml Calculated HOMA IR - above 3 My question is - Is this a sign of early insulin resistance? I have BMI of 20. How can I reverse if it is earl

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment ...  Read More

My hba1c is 5.8 fasting sugar 99. Fasting insulin 12. Is this prediabetic. What to do to control it from now.

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Diet and exercise ...  Read More

29M, 98kg, 178cm (BMI 31). Fasting labs 22/06/2026. Need cardiologist opinion. History: Hypertension (on Cilnidipine), chronic urticaria (on Cetirizine), Finasteride for hair loss. Scalp folliculitis active during blood draw. No diabetes. Lipids: TC 187, LDL 129, HDL 39 (low), TG 91, Non-HDL 148 (high), ApoB 97, Lp(a) <7 (normal) Cardiac risk: h

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Can start statin Get echo done..no need of calcium score Cilnidipine is ok for ur age No glp1as of now. Weight reduction will solve almost all issues for u . ...  Read More

Please provide diet and care to reduce insulin resistance. Also suggest any supplements that can be used. Also in general how many month it will take to reverse insulin resistance. Is fatty liver linked to insulin resistance. If yes can you please suggest how to reverse both the conditions

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I having Type 1 diabetes and Hypothyroidism. For years, I was on premixed insulins (Novomix 50 and Mixtard 30) without these symptoms. Three months ago, my regimen changed to Actrapid before meals and Xglar at night. Since then, I have new symptoms, mainly at night: breathlessness, fast heartbeat, internal restlessness/panic, throat discomfort, an

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Anxiety may be cause . So you can take only propranolol at this time..no need to take many medicine . At the same time you need to correct uncontrolled DM & HYPOTHYROIDISM. CONNECT FOR FURTHER . ...  Read More

I m debitic insulin dependent thyroid obesity female. I want suggestions on my medical report and want to ask questions regarding my health issues.

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Please share the reports . ...  Read More

I have been asked to start with metformin for my grm if it not helpful than with insulin FIASP flex touch pen .How many minutes before meal do I have to use this???

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Immediately before meals after checking sugar level ...  Read More

Hello, Recently diagnosed with insulin resistant. My endocrinologist suggested to start wegovy or mounjaro once a week . I am confused to take which one as these injections have very bad side effects , as I have have thyroid and arthritis. Please guide me which brand will be better for me for long period of time with my medical condition. Thank you

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How mush is sugar level and weight . These medicines to be taken on high values ...  Read More

I M 61 YEAR OLD FEMALE. MY FAMILY HISTORY HAS BOTH MY FATHER AND MY SISTER ARE HIGH DIABETIC MY HBA1C LAST YEAR WAS 6 AND MY FASTING INSULIN WAS 13.54 I WAS ADVICED TO CHANGE LIFESTYLE I EXERCISED AND TODAY I DID BLOOD TEST..PLEASE ADVICE IS THIS NORMAL WHAT MUST I FURTHER DO TO PREVENT DIABETES

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I am 21 now my weight 93kg after 2 years this oct 19 I got my period through talking ocp for a month I have hirusitum, m shape bald, hair fall, insulin resistance. I tried all the ways nothing works for me My last chance I am confusing with taking inositol and dosage and it's brand kindly can anyone clear that please 🥺

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It's always weight reduction and life style modification which will help you in the long run with PCOD but along with that you can take OCP , metformin . Strength training will help you transform your ...  Read More

I take 20 units of Human MIXTARD 30/70 insulin in the morning and 20 units in the evening. HM 30/70 is not available in medical stores and a Medical Doctor mentioned that the company is stopping production altogether. My query is : Can I take Huminsulin 30/70 instead of HM 30/70? Will the dosage remain remain the same? Thank you.

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Yes, Huminsulin 30/70 can be used in place of Mixtard 30/70. Both have the same 30% regular insulin + 70% NPH combination. In most patients, the dose remains the same, but check fasting and post-meal ...  Read More

I want to ask if official insulin diluent for regular insulin like huminsulin r and actrapid are available in india from the manufacturer. Im asking for small children with type 1 diabetes that needs micro doses of insulin. And pump therapy is too costly.

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At present, manufacturers such as Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk do not market official insulin diluents for human insulin vials or cartridges in India. These diluents are available in select countries fo ...  Read More

Hi I have PCOS and got my blood work done. Sugar levels are under range but insulin is 249. I got 35tests under pcod screening and all levels are within average provided range. Can I manage this naturally? I want to avoid medicines as much as possible. Thanks in advance.

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Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult ...  Read More

My Suger FBS-126 and PP 184 and Hb1ac-7.4.my Doctor suggest me long acting insulin one shot per day(12 unit) for 3 month with existing medicin.Dr said that it is beneficial and prevent organ damage and also beneficial for Pancreas.I am confuse what should i do.please.

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It depends on your other parameters and lifestyle . But medications and lifestyle changes can be chosen first and then assess progress For further management please book a consultation ...  Read More

Hi Sir/Madam, If we don't have refrigerator, please suggest the alternate option to store insulin medicine.

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Very nice question! It’s very easy to procure a small refrigerator and the sainting temperature of insulin is very important. Today India is shining and you can get refrigerator on EMI. Save Insulin! ...  Read More

Hi, i have to take insulin along with the medicine however due to some reason I need to travel for some time .I need to know do I need to refrigerate insulin pen as it is not possible does it reduces the effectiveness of insulin please respond.

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You can buy insulin cooling bag available online to keep insulin at desired temp while travelling or keep in ice in handbag in perfect condition. Do not expose to sunlight ...  Read More

My Insulin fasting level is 8.7 Post prandial is 3.7 Is it normal or too much low? Will it cause any problems in conceiving or maintaining healthy pregnancy and delivery? Please advise.

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I have been under thyroid medication from past 10+ years. I have delivered my baby 2.5 years back. During pregnancy I gained 10+ kgs weight with some symptoms like a lot of skin tags, dry skin, fatigue, low mood, excess weight around abdominal region. I am having difficulty in loosing weight .My fasting blood sugar report came normal last year when

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