- male
- 50 Years
- 29/01/2025
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.
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Slow-Rising HCG Levels
General Guidelines
- HCG levels: A normal HCG increase is around 50-100% every 48 hours.
- Your levels: Your HCG levels rose from 4300 to 4500 in 4 days, which is a relatively slow increase.
Viable Pregnancy Concerns
- Possible concerns: Slow-rising HCG levels may indicate a potential issue with the pregnancy, such as a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or blighted ovum.
- Monitoring: Your healthcare provider will closely monitor your HCG levels and perform ultrasound scans to assess the pregnancy's viability.
HCG Injections
- Not recommended: HCG injections are not typically recommended to boost HCG levels.
- Potential risks: HCG injections can have side effects and may not address the underlying issue.
Next Steps
- Consult your healthcare provider: Discuss your concerns and HCG levels with your healthcare provider.
- Ultrasound scan: Schedule an ultrasound scan to assess the pregnancy's viability and fetal development.
- Close monitoring: Continue to monitor your HCG levels and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider.
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Consult a Endocrinologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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