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

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 6

when patient has autoimmune flares that cause weeks of glucose intolerance and diabetes-type symptoms that resolve, would it be useful to test for antibodies to gad, insulin or islet cells?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Autoimmune diseases tend to occur together, so checking for antibodies for type 1 dm can be helpful to assess for that diagnosis.  Glucose tolerance should not fluctuate with a flare in gad/insulin/islet abs.  It it more likely to be from treatment of the autoimmune flare (steroids) or stress from the flare.

Question 7

im type2 diabetic 52year old female(insulin humulin n only), frm last 3years im havin apetite nearly to zero i just want to know y im nt having hunger?

Accepted Answer

Heck your labs. : It is not unusual for people to loose appetite in different conditions. But since you are diabetic for only few years itbusvinlikelybthatvdiabetesbwill have any part in it. You should get your labs checked including kidney and liver functioning. Also please exercise and see how good control you have on your diabetes.

Question 8

how do i dispose of used insulin cartridges?

Accepted Answer

Disposal: You can take them to your doctor or your pharmacist.

Question 9

what could happen if i stop taking my insulin?

Accepted Answer

Stop insulin?: That is a very troubling question!

If you have diabetes and have been prescribed insulin you could be in big trouble if you suddenly stop.

Please work towards getting rid of insulin by taking proper food  - go online to "NuVal" - and exercising regularly.

A visit to a dietitian would help as would a visit to a trainer.

Question 10

i'm curious of where crucell antibodies come from?

Accepted Answer

Antibodies to what?: Antibodies are made by lymphocyte/plasma cells. These may be of animal origin which ranges from mice, rabbits, goat, sheet, cows, horses etc. Some antibodies are of human origin.

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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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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:

When patient has autoimmune flares that cause weeks of glucose intolerance and diabetes-type symptoms that resolve, would it be useful to test for antibodies to gad, insulin or islet cells?

A member asked:

Im type2 diabetic 52year old female(insulin humulin n only), frm last 3years im havin apetite nearly to zero i just want to know y im nt having hunger?

A member asked:

How do i dispose of used insulin cartridges?

A member asked:

What could happen if i stop taking my insulin?

A member asked:

I'm curious of where crucell antibodies come from?

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