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Do statins increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus?
Do statins increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus?
Do statins increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus?
A few studies have found that using statins increases blood sugar because statin use can stop your body's insulin from doing its job properly. This can put people who use statins at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Last updated on 22 Aug 2023
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What happens to your body when you have diabetes?
When you have diabetes, your body does not make enough insulin or can't use it as well as it should. When there isn't enough insulin or cells stop responding to insulin, too much blood sugar stays in your bloodstream.
Last updated on 22 Aug 2023
Why does diabetes occur in the human body?
The main reason for diabetes to occur is because the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood glucose.
Last updated on 22 Aug 2023
How do statin drugs lead to diabetes?
Some research has found that using statins increases blood sugar because statin use can stop your body's insulin from doing its job properly. This can put people who use statins at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Last updated on 22 Aug 2023
Do statins increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus?
A few studies have found that using statins increases blood sugar because statin use can stop your body's insulin from doing its job properly. This can put people who use statins at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Last updated on 22 Aug 2023
Can diabetes be reversed?
Yes, a few people have reversed diabetes by changing their lifestyles and controlling sugar intake.
Last updated on 22 Aug 2023
HOMA2 IR (INSULIN RESISTANCE INDEX)
Homa IR, Insulin Resistance Index
- Reports: 3-5 days
- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required