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Shortage of Insulin
In a worst case, if insulin is not taken for few days, what can happen??
And can a diabetic girl bear healthy babies??
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Dr. Sheetal Aversekar
Diabetologist
14 yrs exp
Mumbai
If you are type 1 diabetic and you stop insulin for few days, it can be extremely dangerous and can be fatal. In type 2 diabetes , the sugar levels will rise although its not as immediately dangerous as type 1. Yes , diabetic women can bear healthy babies if sugar levels are controlled well.
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