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Is the production of insulin through genetic engineering?

Is the production of insulin through genetic engineering?

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Is the production of insulin through genetic engineering?

Yes,most modern drugs like insulin are produced by genetically modified bacteria

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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How does baking soda help a type 2 diabetic?

Effects of baking soda in terms of Diabetes are restricted to it's usage in an emergency called Diabetic ketoacidosis and fungal infection called Mucormycosis in Diabetic patients. Both of which are to be studied in more detailed pattern to ascertain the effect.

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How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?

Fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more.

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What are the best herbs used to cure diabetes type 1 and 2?

Aloe vera, cinnamon, bitter melon, milk thistle, fenugreek, ginger, turmeric,

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Diabetes Complications: Hypoglycemia, Ketoacidosis, and More

Diabetes when uncontrolled can cause sudden increase in blood sugar level causing an emergency called Diabetic ketoacidosis which can be life threatening if not treated in time. Also, long standing Diabetes may lead to increased risk of Heart attack/ Angina/ Stroke, Nerve damage, Kidney damage, Gastroparesis (Nausea/ vomiting) Diarrhea or constipation, Eye damage - blindness, Increased risk of cataract and glaucoma, Foot damage/ amputations, Skin infections, Increased risk of Alzheimer's disease/ Depression/ Hearing impairment.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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Could a patient have both types of diabetes?

Yes,it is when someone with type 1 diabetes develops insulin resistance, the key feature of type 2 diabetes.Someone with double diabetes will always have type 1 diabetes present but the effects of insulin resistance can be reduced somewhat.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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