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Side effects
If you miss a dose, or don't take enough insulin, the result can be high blood glucose levels... Play Video -
I feel like a failure
Since Type 2 diabetes can sometimes be managed without taking insulin, many people feel like... Play Video -
I'm afraid my life is changing forever
Starting insulin is an adjustment, because you need to change the way you care for your... Play Video -
I'm worried about having a hypoglycemic reaction
Hypoglycemia can be scary when it strikes, because you can feel dizzy and shaky without... Play Video -
I'm afraid of needles
Giving yourself a needle is a lot more comfortable than most people think ... Play Video -
Do I really need to be on insulin?
Since it's possible for some people with Type 2 diabetes to live their whole life without... Play Video -
Why do I suddenly need to be on insulin?
When your doctor told you they were putting you on insulin, you probably thought, "Why now?"... Play Video -
How do I travel safely in a car?
When you have diabetes, there are a few things to keep in mind whenever you buckle up ... Play Video -
What happens when I get a cold or flu?
Getting a cold or the flu makes you feel miserable. But when you have diabetes, a simple... Play Video -
What should I know before getting on an airplane?
All vacations require you to plan ahead. But when you have diabetes, there are a few more... Play Video -
Will I be addicted to insulin forever?
Many people with diabetes who take insulin wonder if they will be taking it forever ... Play Video -
I'm nervous about injecting myself
When you first start giving yourself insulin injections, it can be a little scary ... Play Video -
Is it safe to take insulin that has frozen?
Insulin freezes almost as easily as water, and can be damaged by too much heat, so it's... Play Video -
Am I at risk for heart disease?
People with diabetes are two to four times more likely to develop heart disease, but there are... Play Video -
How do I know if I have nerve damage?
Your nerves are responsible everything you feel. When you have diabetes, one of the... Play Video -
What do I do during a heart attack?
A heart attack is scary, whether it's happening to you or to someone around you. But by... Play Video -
What do I do during a stroke?
When blood flow to your brain is stopped, it's called a stroke. It strikes suddenly, and it's... Play Video
