The problem with lowering the dose of insulin in combination with having a SGLT-2 inhibitor on board is that the levels of ketones start to rise and push some people to DKA, a life-threatening complication, Mathieu said, adding that DKA primarily occurred in people who had a lower body weight, were on insulin pumps, or had a pump catheter obstruction
This hormone plays a crucial role in regulating blood glucose levels by stimulating insulin secretion when blood sugar rises, suppressing glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying
Pancreatitis is rare but real and worth knowing the warning signs (severe abdominal pain that radiates to the back)
The team has been prompt with answering my questions
Measurable changes in inflammatory markers like CRP typically require two to four months, with continued improvement over six to twelve months
Some people try to "eyeball" the measurement and end up with inconsistent doses week to week