My dad was recently diagnosed with diabetes and I came across something called IME 9. I'm wondering if it's meant just for type 2 diabetes or if anyone with diabetes can use it? Also, how do we get it? Any advice would be really appreciated.

Dr Anshul Maheshwari

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 5+ Yrs

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Slow-Rising HCG Levels *General Guidelines* 1. *HCG levels*: A normal HCG increase is around 50-100% every 48 hours. 2. *Your levels*: Your HCG levels rose from 4300 to 4500 in 4 days, which is a relatively slow increase. *Viable Pregnancy Concerns* 1. *Possible concerns*: Slow-rising HCG levels may indicate a potential issue with the pregnancy, such as a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or blighted ovum. 2. *Monitoring*: Your healthcare provider will closely monitor your HCG levels and perform ultrasound scans to assess the pregnancy's viability. *HCG Injections* 1. *Not recommended*: HCG injections are not typically recommended to boost HCG levels. 2. *Potential risks*: HCG injections can have side effects and may not address the underlying issue. *Next Steps* 1. *Consult your healthcare provider*: Discuss your concerns and HCG levels with your healthcare provider. 2. *Ultrasound scan*: Schedule an ultrasound scan to assess the pregnancy's viability and fetal development. 3. *Close monitoring*: Continue to monitor your HCG levels and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider.

Answered 17 days ago