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07/16/09 10:47 PM

" I was bitten by a spider and since my blood sugar has been somewhat out of control. I know illness can have this effect but can spider and bug bites"
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Type 2 on 500mg metformin twice a day

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07/17/09 08:45 PM

Dear dLife friend: I'm sorry about the spider bite. Not fun! Any type of wound can create the risk of inflamation and/or infection, especially in a person with diabetes. At the same time, inflamation may cause the blood sugars to be higher than normal. Make sure you are checking your blood sugars more often and keep the wound dry. If you notice it is getting red, inflamed or has pus on it, please go to the doctor immediately because it may be a sign of infection. Take care!
Answered By: Sonia Angel
Accreditations: MS, RD, CDE
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