Diabetes and Daily Insulin Use

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Diabetes and Daily Insulin Use

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Case Description

For many individuals with diabetes, daily insulin use is a crucial component of their treatment plan, helping to regulate blood glucose levels and prevent complications. Insulin is a hormone that enables the body's cells to absorb and use glucose from the bloodstream, thereby lowering elevated...

Case Summary

  • The talk introduces insulin as a powerful anti-diabetic drug, capable of significantly lowering HbA1c levels. Despite newer medications, insulin remains unmatched in its ability to manage hyperglycemia, particularly in conditions like diabetic ketoacidosis and during hospitalizations. Different types of insulin, including human insulins and insulin analogs, offer varying durations and onset of action, allowing for tailored treatment plans.

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Dr. Bijayraj. R

Dr. Bijayraj. R

Sr. Consultant, Family Medicine and Diabetology, Starcare Hospital, Kerala
Dr. Bijayraj is Founder President Academy of Family Physicians of India (AFPI)- Kerala Chapter. He is currently working as general physician in Starcare Hospital and Iqraa Community Clinic (Palazhi), Calicut, Kerala. He has over 17+ years of experience in field of Family medicine, As faculty, Department of Family Medicine in Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences Co-ordinating clinical postings and mentoring trainees in Family Medicine; as theses guide to PG trainees in Family Medicine.

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