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Is insulin dangerous for diabetics?

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  • by Kate McFarlin on October 31st, 2009

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    On One Hand: Insulin is Necessary

    If you are a diabetic with Type 1 diabetes, insulin is necessary and vital to maintain your health. Without proper insulin levels in your body, your blood sugar can increase too high, causing dangerous complications. Since the body doesn't produce its own insulin, it must be injected into your body to preserve the right balance.

    On the Other: Too Much is Dangerous

    Too much insulin can be deadly. In this situation, blood sugar drops too low, which can lead to coma, convulsions and irreparable brain damage. Diabetics need to test their blood sugar levels throughout the day and follow their doctor's instructions to avoid potential complications.

    Bottom Line

    Insulin by itself is not dangerous for diabetics, but too much or too little can be harmful. It is necessary to monitor insulin and blood sugar levels on a consistent basis. Diabetics should never attempt to skip a dose of their prescribed insulin.

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    Dangers of Diabetes

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