Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Corona effect to a type1 Diabetic
I am on insulin. Novarapid before meal (12-2-8U) and levemir 10U at bedtime. I want to know if i travel by flight in this covid situation, is it ok.
Unfortunately if i get impacted due to corona, can a diabetic be treated and recover from it?
Answers (2)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
If your sugars are well controlled on current dosage of Insulin..your risk of getting infected with corona is same as that of general population...Follow regular precautionary measures of sanitiser,mask and social distancing..
Consult if more queries
Next Steps
fbs
pp
hba1c
Health Tips
Healthy diet and regular exercise is the key to control sugars
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+108
Dr. Suhas N
Diabetologist
12 yrs exp
Tumkur
Yes.. but if travelling is of no important reason means.. you can avoid.
Usually we treat symptomatically and with immune boosters if infected...
it depends on severity of infection.... how longbthe recovery time...
keep safety measures... eat healthy and be safe
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.