How can I check my risk of heart disease after having diabetes for nine years?

You should have regular check-ups, including blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar tests. Your doctor may also recommend an ECG, a stress test, or a heart scan to detect early heart problems. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and taking prescribed medications as directed can help lower your risk.

Which fruits and nuts are safe for diabetes?

Fruits with a low glycaemic index, such as apples, pears, berries, guava, oranges, and pomegranate, are safer for people with diabetes as they do not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar. Nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and cashews are safe in small portions, but salted or sugar-coated varieties should be avoided. High-sugar fruits such as mangoes, grapes, bananas, and lychees should be limited.

I often experience a heavy feeling in my head and watery eyes in the morning. Please help me with this daily issue.

Your symptoms of a heavy feeling in the head and watery eyes in the morning may be caused by allergies, sinus congestion, eye strain, or poor sleep. Keep your room clean, wash bedding regularly, use a humidifier, and avoid allergens at night. If the symptoms persist, please consult your doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.

How can I verify my prescription for Insugen-R Refil, or can you suggest alternative medicines?

You can verify your Insugen-R Refil (Human Insulin) prescription by consulting your treating doctor or pharmacist to confirm the insulin type, dose, and timing. If an alternative is needed, options such as Actrapid HM or Huminsulin R can be used only under medical supervision with proper dose adjustment.

I have been suffering from diabetes since 1999. I am taking Insugen-R 10 units three times a day and Basalog injection 10 units at night. Is there any oral medicine that can replace insulin? If not, is there another insulin I can take twice a day instead of four times?

There is no oral medicine that can fully replace insulin in long-standing diabetes. Oral medication may be added to help reduce insulin doses. You should discuss with your doctor the possibility of switching to a twice-daily premixed or long-acting insulin regimen, but do not change your current Insugen-R or Basalog doses without medical supervision.

What should I know about diabetes and hypertension since my diagnosis in 2010?

You should know that managing both diabetes and hypertension requires regular monitoring of blood sugar and blood pressure, following a healthy diet low in sugar and salt, engaging in regular physical activity, and taking all prescribed medications consistently. Regular check-ups are important for preventing complications affecting the heart, kidneys, eyes, and nerves.