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  • female
  • 50 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm really worried because we've had to increase the insulin dose to get blood sugar under control, and now there's swelling in the face and feet. Could this be a side effect of more insulin? What should we do about it?

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See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

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Consult a Endocrinologist

Answered 25/07/2025

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