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I am type 1 insulin dependent diabetic taking injections every day for last 10 years. Recently i read about insulin pens which look less intimidating. How are they different from injections and are they better or worse?

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certainly Newer insulin delivery devices are much better its comfortable easy to use , can be carried easily, dosing is very accurate and its provided with child lock and mechanisms for visually ch ...  Read More

Hi, my mother was administered with steroids because of which she started showing high sugar levels. she was put on insulin injections. now the steroid dose is reduced and for past 2 days, she is showing normal sugar levels. can i altogether discontinue insulin injection or it need to be done gradually. kindly help.

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It needs to be tampered down gradually based on sugar readings ...  Read More

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What is the difference between Biphasic isophane insulin injection and insugen R Which one to be given for diabetes level of 200-350

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Both can be given depending on the initial BS levels(if there is inadequate bs control with oral medications) and subsequent response to insulin Treatment is highly individualised and will require per ...  Read More

My dad sugar level before food is 156 and after is 335. He is taking tablets for 17+ years. Now doctor suggests him to take insulin injection instead of tablets. Is that ok and safe?

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Yes ...  Read More

Which is best insulin h.mixtard or ryzodeg. Please tell the difference between both the insulin. Which one will work for longer period

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Ryzodeg ...  Read More

Hi, today morning I gave insulin injection(which had tiny bubbles I tapped it for 1 min) to my mother arm but after injecting a small amount of blood came out and color changed to green for 5 min IS IT A CONCERN please tell me

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occasional of blood oozing of blood is common after injection ...  Read More

I have diabetes. Doctor gave me insulin glargine injection. And advised to take 12 units. I bought it from pharmacy, it is in packing of 3 ml. I am unable to understand how much quantity I have to take, is 1 unit equal to 1 ml or I have to take complete 3 ml at one time. I am attaching prescription and injection images.

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Vial contains 100 IU in 1ml , you have to purchase insulin syringe according to vail , ie 100 units/ ml, on syringe there are demarcations of units, in that draw 12 units and take subcutaneous. It is ...  Read More

I've been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes because my (HbA1c) was 7.6 ,but then I got tested insulin resistance (Homa-IR) result was normal and insulin levels is also normal. How is it possible that I have type 2 diabetes while I don't have insulin resistance, and my pancreas is producing insulin ?

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Needed to know more detailed history ...  Read More

I have accidently accidently pricked on my mother's insulin injection, blood came, what to dio further

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If you have injected insuilin in your body go to a hospital nearby and get glucose drips along with monitoring of blood glucose, if insuilin did not enter your body not then no need to worry even if b ...  Read More

Thank you Dr sheetal if you are reading this for responding last time . Ever since 2012 i have been using novorapid (rapid acting) and levemir (long acting) insulins and they worked fine but certainly another doctor changed them to mixtard 30/70 as i am a bit careless in taking insulin . And I don't find mixtard working fine as still my glucose lev

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You are welcome.. glad to know I could help! I would suggest novorapid and glargine for you. I understand your frustration in taking multiple doses but skipping doses can be dangerous in type 1 diabet ...  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

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 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 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 diabetes was 214 after food in July Now it is 187 after food in September. I am taking insulin 36. Should I reduce insulin

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No you should continue the dose. ...  Read More

Hi I'm 28 weeks pregnant now and my insulin timings are everyday before eating dinner Doc suggested 2 units of insulin Is this 2 units reduce my sugar levels if yes how many days it will take to reduce because I'm taking it from Tuesday night today if I check pbs is 104 pre lunch 96 should take pre dinner and before bed also Is it working for me ?

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2units is very less dose, insulin dosage can take some days to be adjusted according to your blood sugar fluctuations. ...  Read More

Which type of side effects height growth injections has What problems will my body have after taking height growth injection

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

Hi thanx in advance dr. My weight 105kg height 6feet. On aug 2023 i am diagnosed with diabetes due to kidney stone surgery. From that i am taking humanmix insulin mrng 15, night 10 afternoon trajenta 5mg. In aug my hba1c is 9.6 after last month i checked hba1c is 6%. Now i changed my insulin level. Now i am having 16 hrs fasting method. Is it ok to

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Hi pa .. the hba1c seems erratic .. the change doesn't correlate properly . .. can u WhatsApp on 959798368zero .. or connect here .. I'll help u with issues .. also will fix proper dosing for u .. inn ...  Read More

I got my all 4 rabies vaccine subcutaneously 4 months ago in a government hospital ... Today I got a cat scratch on leg and am I required to take vaccine again ... No visible blood only redness I checked my titre values were 8 UI/ml ...on October 2023 Will subcutaneous route of injection will hamper my immune response ? Am I safe or do I requi

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It's safe now ...  Read More

Does metformin help in decreasing insulin resistance? Also can it help with treating acanthosis nigricans?

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Yes, certainly. ...  Read More

What does a high insulin score means ? My fasting sugar is 86 but my doctor has said that i am diabetic due to my Insulin score.

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Yes it is Hyperinsulinemia state ...  Read More

I have acanthosis Nigerians I took a blood test and the result are - FASTING BLOOD SUGAR(GLUCOSE) - 88.1mg/dL HbA1c - (HPLC) - 5.5 % INSULIN - FASTING -9.71 µU/mL HOMA INSULIN RESISTANCE Index Calculated - 2.11 QUANTITATIVE INSULIN SENSITIVITY INDEX CALCULATED - 0.34 Is my acanthosis Nigerians caused by insulin resistance?

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I don’t think on insulin resistance things ...  Read More

Hi i am recently diagnosed Diabetic on 12.08.2023 while having kidney stone surgery. After three months passed my hba1c level is 6% now. Doing physical activities daily. Can i withdrawal my insulin injection and switch to tablets or shall i continue my insulin. On 8.2023 my hba1c is 9.6% now my hba1c is 6%

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Its good that your HbA1c is under control. Kindly consult now as we can discuss and treat with you appropriate medications. ...  Read More

Iam 18 years old type 1 diabetic patient. I want to start glutathione tablets for glowing and whitening skin. So can I use glutathione tablets with insulin

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consult online for further treatment ...  Read More

My HOMA IR value is 3.9, and plasma insulin value is 6.2, I'm under Type 2 diabetes or Type 1, I have diagnosed diabetes at the age of 19.

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Value suggests insulin resistance Probably type 2 ...  Read More

What does plain insulin ? I mean which type of insulin is plain insulin ? ... ... ... ... ... ... ...

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It's is generally regular insulin ...  Read More

Please see these two reports.. whether I am going to be a diabetic in future? Do I have insulin resistance?

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Reports are seemingly normal ...  Read More

Doctor suggested me for taking insulin 2unit before every meal because of gestational diabetes...I am little bit confused...can I take insulin in an empty stomach or eat some fruits . Then take insulin?

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You can take insulin on an empty stomach but you must eat something within half an hour, as must have been advised by your Doctor. ...  Read More

During gestational diabetes , can I take insulin at morning after eating apple or in an empty stomach ???

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The dose of insulin is adjusted as per your "fasting blood sugar" (which was done during planning the treatment). And she should take her breakfast within the specified time period after taking Insuli ...  Read More

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