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Is taking insulin injections only option for diabetes patients or there is also some oral medication available for this purose?

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Depends on type: Type 1 diabetics do not make sufficient insulin, and thus Type 1 diabetics must use insulin to control their blood sugar. Some Type 2 diabetics may also need insulin, but usually, they are started on oral medications such as metformin first.

Answered 3/22/2017

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