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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Consult a doctor or urologist for proper guidance. They may recommend: 1. Topical creams or ointments to loosen the foreskin. 2. Gradual stretching exercises. 3. Preputioplasty (a minor surgical procedure). 4. Circumcision (as a last resort). Avoid forcing the foreskin back, as it can cause further injury and scarring.

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