Question 1

any remedies for double diabetes i can try at home?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The backbone treatment for double diabetes is Insulin and oral medications.  Insulin will always be needed but if you exercise, lose weight and remain active, you might be able to wean off the medications.

Question 2

what symptoms of double diabetes are the most common?

Accepted Answer

Same as others: Double diabetes is when a type 1 diabetic becomes obese and develops Insulin resistance at the same time. This person now will need very high dose Insulin to overcome the Insulin resistant currently exist. The symptoms are the same as other diabetes:  thirst, urination, tiredness, wounds don't heal, blurry vision...You can also have no symptoms at all if the diabetes is currently controlled.

Question 3

how is double diabetes treated? what can we do at home to comfort child afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Double diabetes: Double diabetes is when a type 1 diabetic becomes obese and develops Insulin resistance at the same time. This person now will need very high dose Insulin to overcome the Insulin resistant currently exist. The treatment is Insulin and oral diabetic medications (medications that makes Insulin work better). This is a lifelong disease. U can "comfort" your child by giving him/her the proper training.

Question 4

could all diabetes medicines increase fertility?

Accepted Answer

No: Absolutely not. Very few diabetic medicines increase fertility. Can you be more specific?

Question 5

what is the best oral medicine or insulin in diabetes.

Accepted Answer

Many Choices: If is impossible to answer what is best insulin or oral tablet for Diabetes. There are so many choices and what is best for you, may not be best for others.And most of the patients are treated with more than one pill with or without Insulin. But one pill stands out in any combination and I call it number 1 pill for Type 2 Diabetes.And that is Metformin.It is cheap,well tolerated and weight neutral

Question 6

why should one take medicines for diabetes throughout my life?

Accepted Answer

Avoid complications!: Medications for diabetes work to keep your blood sugar as close to normal as possible, helping you avoid complications which can come from chronically high sugar levels.  These complications include kidney disease, visual problems, nerve damage, heart disease, and stroke.  Stay healthy!

Question 7

how is it that one can take medicines for diabetes all life long?

Accepted Answer

Long term problem: Some people with type 2 diabetes can get off of medication after weight loss and substantial changes in diet, exercise, and lifestyle. However, diabetes is a long term disorder, and there are genetic factors that put a person at risk that he has no control over. So, long term medical care and following both dietary, lifestyle and medication recommendations from your doctor are important.

Question 8

what is the best medicine with less side effect fighting diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Fighting diabetes: If I understand you properly you have diabetes - most likely type 2.

Your doctor should be advising you about therapy for your diabetes and instructing you to keep track of your food intake and what effect it might have on your blood sugar.

You should do this only for breakfast to start with and make medication adjustments as needed.

You should also see a diabetes educator.

Question 9

what is the safest diabetes drug? whats the lowest dosage i can take?

Accepted Answer

Metformin: Metformin 500 mg daily . If kidney function is normal

Question 10

what to do if i have problem with the side effects of taking diabetes medicine.?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: You must report this to your doctor who will then decide what options to consider.

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