- female
- 50 Years
- 10/05/2022
Why do diabetics have to inject insulin instead of just drinking it?
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If we swallowed insulin the digestive enzymes in our stomach would break it down before reaching our bloodstream. Therefore, at this time, all insulin must be injected into our body.
Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...
Consult a Endocrinologist
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