Question 1

how many years could i take insulin without developing any insulin antibodies?

Accepted Answer

Not predictable: It really doesn't matter for most people because the Insulin antibodies do not have an effect on control of the blood sugar. There are unusual cases where it does interfere with control and for the majority it doesn't matter.

Question 2

how much it costs to get baby checked for insulin antibodies?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on your insurance and its arrangement with the lab you will be using. You will need a doctor to order it (if it is indeed indicated).  You certainly don't want to pay the retail price which can be several times that of the negotiated price.

Question 3

does anyone when you should get a baby checked for insulin antibodies?

Accepted Answer

Only with diabetes: In a clinical setting, we only check anti-insulin antibodies in patients presenting with diabetes (type 1 or suspected type 1).

Question 4

non diabetic...c-peptide 1.5ng/mg - a1c 5.2 - neg.insulin antibody - insulin level 4.3 uiu/ml - 87.16 glucose.. do i need to worry or are they ok?

Accepted Answer

About what?: You should be happy that you are non-diabetic. Whereas this does not exclude the presence of other diseases, excessive worrying on things you cannot control  may make you more likely to become ill .

Question 5

36 female diagnosed with t2d two years ago then diagnosed with t1d when tested positive for gad65 and iaa antibodies. started daily insulin. two years after original testing was tested again and and no antibodies found now being told it t2d?

Accepted Answer

: Confusing as it is, a simple definition of T1DM is when you make none of your own insulin because the antibodies to the islet cells killed that production. TIDM is rarely diagnosed outside of childhood. The antibodies by themselves could have been a transient process. If you are still making some of your own insulin &amp; it is not enough to keep you regulated T2DM is a better label.

Question 6

my thyroid levels are normal, but the antibodies are high. how do i bring the antibodies down, in order to prevent taking thyroid medication or developing any other issues. i am also insulin resistant and overweight. i am taking nac, multivitamins. ?

Accepted Answer

: Thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease where antibodies attack the thyroid tissue. In Phase 1, the tissue damage may cause lowered thyroid hormone levels. In phase 2, the thyroid hormones begin to be overproduced, causing what looks like normal levels of thyroid hormone. There is no way to bring the antibodies down. Weight loss may help to keep you healthier overall and prevent worsening.

Question 7

is it possible to be incorrectly diagnosed as a type 1 diabetic when in fact its perhaps type 2 treated with insulin? i know its common the other way around but if its perhaps possible id like to know how to test for that.

Accepted Answer

Talk to your DR: The major difference between Type 1 and Type 2 is in the natural production of Insulin. Type 1 Diabetics cannot produce sufficient Insulin because of autoimmune destruction of pancreas cells. Type 2 diabetics produce Insulin, but their body has developed resistance to it due to obesity. A blood test for insulin would presumably distinguish between the two, but treatment would not change.

Question 8

how to tell if i am insulin resistant ?

Accepted Answer

Insulin resistant: If you are taking insulin and your blood sugar is high, you are not insulin resistant but you are not taking enough insulin.

There are two ways around this:

1: Increase your insulin bit by bit for a while.
2: Make changes to your diet. See "Nuval" on line.
3: Exercise as regularly as you can.

4: Work your way to needing less insulin.

Question 9

how can i select my insulin dose initially?

Accepted Answer

Multiple factors...: Your doctor will take many factors into consideration when choosing your Insulin dosing.  Factors include:

1.  Glucose readings (fasting and after meals)
2.  A1c level
3.  Other medications
4.  Body weight
5.  Other medical conditions including kidney disease
6.  Type of Insulin used - 70/30 mix, long-acting (nph), short-acting (regular, apidra, (insulin glulisine) huma/novolog), basal (lantus, levemir).

Question 10

what to do if i have taken insulin in my nerve willi die?

Accepted Answer

Insulin: Insulin injected into a nerve will not led to death, if can however be quite painful and possibly led to a nerve injury. The last  type of injury is quite uncommon.

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How many years could i take insulin without developing any insulin antibodies?

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How much it costs to get baby checked for insulin antibodies?

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Does anyone when you should get a baby checked for insulin antibodies?

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Non diabetic...c-peptide 1.5ng/mg - a1c 5.2 - neg.insulin antibody - insulin level 4.3 uiu/ml - 87.16 glucose.. do i need to worry or are they ok?

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36 female diagnosed with t2d two years ago then diagnosed with t1d when tested positive for gad65 and iaa antibodies. started daily insulin. two years after original testing was tested again and and no antibodies found now being told it t2d?

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My thyroid levels are normal, but the antibodies are high. how do i bring the antibodies down, in order to prevent taking thyroid medication or developing any other issues. i am also insulin resistant and overweight. i am taking nac, multivitamins. ?

A member asked:

Is it possible to be incorrectly diagnosed as a type 1 diabetic when in fact its perhaps type 2 treated with insulin? i know its common the other way around but if its perhaps possible id like to know how to test for that.

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How to tell if i am insulin resistant ?

A member asked:

How can i select my insulin dose initially?

A member asked:

What to do if i have taken insulin in my nerve willi die?

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