how many types of "insulin" exist cuz i dont want to see my mom getting shots twice a day?

Question

i dont want to see my mom getting shot because she doesnt deserve that and i would like to know if there is another type of insulin so she can avoid that painfull treathment, if you guys can help me i will appreciated so much

thank you!!!

Answer 1

There are many types of insulin, and many treatments for diabetes. However, though there are many medication for diabetes that can be taken orally, almost all insulin must be taken as injections. However, these injection are generally not painful (the needle is very short and very thin, it causes mild discomfort in some people, many people report that they don't even feel it.
Unfortunately, disease doesn't happen to those who "deserve" it, many good people get very bad diseases. Taking insulin however is not the end of the world and if that is what is necessary to treat your mother's diabetes, then she should take it, it may save her from very serious disease later.

Answer 2

two shots a day is about the lowest number of shots you can get away with. the best way to control blood sugar levels is by using a long acting insulin like Lantus at bedtime and then a short acting insulin like Humolog with each meal, but this is usually four shots a day (but also much more effective), however there is a new short acting insulin out called Exubra that is inhaled instead of injected, you should ask your doctor about it, it has not been extremely successful so far, but it is an option that will allow her to recieve less shots. As far as how many insulins, there are short acting, intermediate acting, and long acting, your mother is no doubt using a mix of intermediate and short acting insulin like Humalog mix 75/25 if she is only recieving 2 shots per day. this is a somewhat outdated method and is noly recommended for those who really don't like shots. There are some other insulin forms currently being researched that will be used as pills, lozanges, or nasal sprays if they become commercially available.

Answer 3

I can simply say "Just listen to what Doc says" but I'll give some info anyway ('cause indeed, it's what the doctors say that matters). Hehe.

Whether a diabetic takes meds orally or parenterally depends on the type of diabetes he/she has. Generally, if it's Type I Diabetes Mellitus, parenteral insulin is given (and no, there is no oral insulin, because insulin is a hormone and hormones get destroyed by gastric juices when allowed to pass through that route), while if it's Type II DM, oral hypoglycemics/diabetic agents are given.

Confirm with the doctors which DM type your mom's diagnosis is... Hope this was helpful.

Answer 4

I had gestational diabetes when I was pregnant and ended up doing three shots a day. Not fun, but you do what you have to do. And, while it isn't great and I hope I never have to do it again....it doesn't hurt all that much really. At least it didn't hurt me that much. the exception being when I hesitated with putting the needle in.

For your mom, it all depends on how her blood sugar reacts to things. I had to do a fast acting insulin (so immediately before I ate) and a slow acting one (at night before bed) to keep my sugars regulated. I think there is an oral version of insulin but I'm not certain. Have her talk to her doctors about it.

Answer 5

Type 1 diabetics cannot produce insulin. Does your mom have Type 1 diabetes? She will need insulin injections. To control the blood sugar there are many types of insulin. They fall under two general types:

1. Insulin that's extracted from animals

2. Synthetic - human insulin

Different amounts of insulin are needed throughout the day. There are different types of insulin available. Your mom and her doctor can work together to get the right insulin therapy for her.

If you want more information on diabetes, please go to:
http://www.free-symptoms-of-diabetes-alert.com

Answer 6

There are oral forms of insulin, but they are usually not as reliable as shots. No matter what insulin regimen she is on, she is going to have to take at least two shots a day. It takes a lot of time to get used to seeing your mom taking shots every day. My dad and brother have diabetes and it was really gross to me for a while and it seemed like it would hurt to get shots everyday, but there was nothing I could do about it. They had to take shots to stay healthy. If people don't control their diabetes, worse things can happen to their body.

Answer 7

There are also oral" meds" for type 2 diabetes and inhaled insulin has recently been introduced. But the doctor will help your mother find the best type of medication for her particular case of diabetes.

Medication is just one part of her treatment, she will also need to make dietary and lifestyle changes. You can be helpful in helping her to make those changes.

Answer 8

well, first of all, taking shots if you're a diabetic is okay it's helping her but i would suggest, maybe (if she wants) getting an insulin pump because it is soo much nicer, trust me it's much more easy than taking shots you don't have to pull out a syringe and insulin you just have to push a button..hope that helps somehow

Answer 9

There are many types..oral and ones given by injection. If your Mom does have to start giving herself shots don't worry, they really are quite painless and easy, she would be fine.

Answer 10

Hey there,
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that gave me a lot of useful tips about my disease and also a different perspective on the best therapeutical approach. I think you should read it too.
Good Bye