Why Is Blood Sugar Level Not Dropping Inspite Of Taking Insulin?
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my mom age 61 yrs is having fasting blood sugar 380. she is under medication and for now given insulin.Even a diet was prescribed for a week but there is no drop in blood sugar level.
Dear sir i can understand your concern. i am very sorry about the condition of your mom. usually insulin will be started in a low dose first and slowly up titrated as per the requirements of patients. i suggest to speak with treating doctor regarding sugar levels you can also write back to us with a detail history of patient ,lab reports,total medication history,height and weight. Hope I was able to help you. If you have any further question feel free to write me back. I will be happy to help. Take care. Best Regards. Dr Vamsi Krishna Consultant Diabetologist Apollo Hospitals
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Why Is Blood Sugar Level Not Dropping Inspite Of Taking Insulin?
Dear sir i can understand your concern. i am very sorry about the condition of your mom. usually insulin will be started in a low dose first and slowly up titrated as per the requirements of patients. i suggest to speak with treating doctor regarding sugar levels you can also write back to us with a detail history of patient ,lab reports,total medication history,height and weight. Hope I was able to help you. If you have any further question feel free to write me back. I will be happy to help. Take care. Best Regards. Dr Vamsi Krishna Consultant Diabetologist Apollo Hospitals