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What could cause strange medicinal effects of being tense and on edge after pancreas removal and on medication?	2	1	Wed, 3 May 2023
My wifes son had his whole pancreas removed a couple of years ago. He was taken to the hospital in a diabetic coma with a blood sugar of 1400. After a week he was discharged and seemed to be acting normal. We were gone for about two hours and since we came home he seems wired. Keeps walking...

What natural remedies can I try for tingling sensation in the feet along with partial imbalance while having diabetic neuropathy?	3	2	Wed, 1 Feb 2023
My question centers on diabetic neuropathy...tingling in my feet especially in bed at night. With poor vision and the tingling and numbness in my feet, my footing isn’t at its best. What natural remedies do you suggest. I take Metformqpan but am not on Insulin (thank God). I eat with awareness,...

Suggest treatment for insomnia while getting treatment for type 2 diabetes	2	1	Fri, 18 Nov 2022
I have type two diabetes and I take a long acting insulin on Hamlin in and I’ve been taking it at 10 o’clock each evening but I have insomnia is there a direct link between taking it to 10 o’clock and that’s the only injection I take and I take 12 units thank you

Could pain and cold sensation in one of the toes be a sign of diabetes?	2	1	Fri, 18 Nov 2022
I know I have high blood pressure and low cholesterol, I also drink a lot of coffee with a lot of cream and sugar. recently my big toes and the one next to them have been feeling really cold and sometime hurt a little. I was wondering if it could be diabetes?

What should I do about high blood sugar levels while taking Epidural steroid injection and Januvia tablet?	2	1	Fri, 18 Nov 2022
I had an epidural steroid injection in my back yesterday. I am taking Januvia 100 mg a day. They told me to watch my blood sugars, but they are closed today. I have had a headache since last night. My blood sugar after breakfast was 328 then before lunch it was 277. What should I do?

How can gas, stomach pain and heartburn be managed while on Metformin for high blood sugar levels?	2	1	Fri, 21 Oct 2022
Hi I just saw my sugar today cause my sugar before dinner been running high now wants me take medforium er 500mg after dinner he told me gonna be capsule plus that pill causes gas stomach pain heartburn and I m on 92 units tresiba and 10 my glipzide for dinner and just ten milgram glipzide for...

Can a diabetic patient have Dexorange syrup?	2	1	Wed, 31 Aug 2022
Dear Sir, Can diabetic patient have Dexorange Syrup? My aunt is a diabetic patient. She is taking the sugar tablet WALAPHASE G2. She is taking the Dexorange Syrup twice in a day. Please give an suggestion sir . REGARDS

Suggest an alternative medication to Metformin for type 2 diabetes mellitus	2	1	Tue, 16 Aug 2022
hi doctor, I m 48 years old man.I have Type 2 diabetes mellitus for about 2 years.Currently, I use one dose metformin 500 mg during lunch daily. My fasting blood sugar is between 100 and 110. The 2hpp is usually between 170 and 200. Would you suggest a better drug?

Suggest an alternative medicine in place of Methicobal	2	1	Tue, 9 Aug 2022
I am diabetic type 2 from the last 7+ years , I am user of methicobal often , this time as methicobal was not available with medical store they suggested me neuromet tablets ,. (For diabetic is use Galvus Met 50/1000 and Amerl4) I am daily walker of One Hour Plus , sugar often is fasting 130/140...

How should blood sugar levels be managed while having weakness, nausea and hyponatremia when one cannot consult an endocrinologist soon?	2	1	Tue, 12 Jul 2022
Hello! My grandmother 83. Is a type 2 diabetic and was in the hospital 3 weeks ago. When admitted her blood sugar was found to be 479. They treated with insulin 6 units at a time and it never went below 300 with the insulin. They discharged her before 24 hours because her admitting diagnosis was...

How can one regulate their sugar level	2	1	Thu, 23 Jan 2020
Sir, I am from XXXX and suffering from Diabetic for last 6 Years, Presently Blood Sugar level is Fasting 201/ PP 249. Taking medicine Diamicron Max & Insulin 12 (Morning) & 8 (Night). But for long time Blood Sugar level is stagnant. Please advice.

What is the best medicine for dry cough for diabetes patients?	2	1	Thu, 26 Sep 2019
My husband, 62, has diabetes takes metformin, 1000 mg X2 & Trulicity 1.5 once a week, also takes lisinopril 12mg & Omaprazole .mg both 1X a day. He has developed a dry cough, had for about 5 days now, cough syrup helps him sleep. Coughs on & of all day, clears his throat a lot?

Are shaky hands and dizziness symptoms of low sugar levels?	2	1	Thu, 18 Jul 2019
this is for my son who lives out of state and his wife was talking to me about his recent episodes. He is a pilot and on his day off, he washed his car and polished it and took a long walk and when he got home, he said his hands were shaky and he felt faint. He thought he had a low blood sugar...

What causes frequent urination, weight loss, regular heartburn and disinterest in outdoor activities in a diabetic patient?	2	1	Tue, 16 Jul 2019
My 60yr old boyfriend has type II diabetes since 1985. 1. Lately he has to urinate alot -getting up in the middle of the night and wets himself when sleeping or napping. He thinks it has to do with his high blood sugar, which has been over 300 for 2 years, but I think it is due to his prostate....

What could cause hot flashes in the head and neck of a person with high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes?	2	1	Fri, 28 Jun 2019
Hello my neck and head are staying hot all the time atleast for the last 2 weeks. Ive had bloodtest done at er all test came back good i suffer from high blood pressure and parasoymal afib and type to diabettes any suggedtions is what causing head and neck to be hot

What causes extreme pain and burning sensation in the legs of a diabetic patient?	3	2	Mon, 3 Jun 2019
I am a type 2 diabetic and suffering from extreme leg pain (above the knee). Feeling a burning sensation along with numbness & pins & needles. Sounds crazy but sometimes I can barely walk. I see my Dr. in Dec. for check up. Any recommendations regarding meds?

How can I help my diabetic son who is suffering with frequent urine infection and extreme thirst?	2	1	Fri, 31 May 2019
age 50, my son, schizoaffective, diagnosed 10 yrs ago diabetes and after yrs of intermittent noncompliance now finally stabilized thanks to shelter home life. He is not a good informant re: symptoms. He visits me once a month, 5-plus days at a time. We never discuss his meds or his health. I know...

Suggest tests that can determine the cause for elevated blood sugar levels despite having a healthy lifestyle	2	1	Mon, 22 Apr 2019
I’m a 5’9” male I weigh 165lbs. Not over weight or obese. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2014 without any warning. There is no genetic component. I’ve watched my a1c climb for the last 4 years even though I am in excellent physical shape, eat healthy and have an overall healthy...

Is mini bypass gastric surgery advisable to control blood sugar and cholesterol levels?	3	2	Tue, 2 Apr 2019
I am 19 years old diabetic type 1 diagnosed from 13 years my diabetic control is 10.3 and cholesterol level is 277 for about 5 years now i am gaining wieght i hardly can lose wieght i am 77 kg and 165 cm diabeates makes me feel all the time tired i get tired from making any effort i want to sleep...

What can cause sweating, dizziness and numbness in the leg while being treated for type 2 diabetes?	4	2	Mon, 1 Apr 2019
I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetesand have been taking Metformin for a year. My sugar levels are always betwee 4.0 and 7.6 Yesterday I walked to work and I was walking home when my feet went numb and then my legs went numb. I had trouble moving them and then felt like I was going to...

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