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What Should I Do About Intermittent Shingles Breakout While On Novolin R Novolin N And Losartan For Type 2 Diabetes And Hypertension?
Question: I'm male 82 yrs old type 2 diabetes take novolin R 18 units 3 times a day novolin N 12 units 2 times a day. hypertension take 50mg losartan a day-----some time ago I have had hives on some parts of my body they get triggered kind of bad after injections. PLEASE HELP with info on what to do
Brief Answer:
About insulin treatment;
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
First, you need to check the blood sugar before, after 2 hours and at the moments you have the hives. You should rule out hypoglycemia or low blood sugar that can be manifested with hives.
If you check levels lower than 70 mg/ dl at that moment you should drink 200 ml of fruit juice and adjust the insulin doses or contact your physician to inform about the irregular glucose levels.
Allergic reactions due to insulin are extremely rare.
Hope the information will help.
Regards,
Dr. Mirjeta
About insulin treatment;
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
First, you need to check the blood sugar before, after 2 hours and at the moments you have the hives. You should rule out hypoglycemia or low blood sugar that can be manifested with hives.
If you check levels lower than 70 mg/ dl at that moment you should drink 200 ml of fruit juice and adjust the insulin doses or contact your physician to inform about the irregular glucose levels.
Allergic reactions due to insulin are extremely rare.
Hope the information will help.
Regards,
Dr. Mirjeta
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