What is the best type 2 diabetes medicine?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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Metformin, in the absence of contraindications or intolerability, should be the first-line agent to treat patients with type 2 diabetes.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm 17. Can I have diabetes?

People can develop type 1 diabetes at any age, from early childhood to adulthood, but the average age at diagnosis is 13 years. An estimated 85% of all type 1 diagnoses take place in people aged under 20 years.

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Frequent urination, increased thirst, excess hunger , fatigue and blurred vision

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Prefer foods lower in fats, sugar and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, green vegetables and whole grains. Regular physical activity, take medicines and have regular doctors visits.

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