General Medical issues thread

I really don't think you should ever be less than certain when entering a country.
Hard agree which is why I followed some quite convoluted requirements in the countries I mentioned. China, however, did not come up with anything specific when I googled requirements following the posting by @mrsterryn. And Smart Traveller just has standard advice- dr letter, copy of script and original packaging. So not really sure how you’d verify requirements for China.
 
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Because Im trying to stay off Dr Google, looking for some diabetes and blood sugar advise

In April Mr Denali's test was 17.4 and he was told he's diabetic. We tried oral meds plus insulin for about two weeks but it made him absolutely miserable so we stopped. Complete overhaul of everything he ate and drank.

Tonights blood test was 4.9. Is this too low, should I be concerned? Do I stay up all night and watch him sleep for just in case? Next Dr appointment is the 18th, do I need to get him in sooner? No symptoms from googling but he's not been that low before. Thank you
 
Because Im trying to stay off Dr Google, looking for some diabetes and blood sugar advise

In April Mr Denali's test was 17.4 and he was told he's diabetic. We tried oral meds plus insulin for about two weeks but it made him absolutely miserable so we stopped. Complete overhaul of everything he ate and drank.

Tonights blood test was 4.9. Is this too low, should I be concerned? Do I stay up all night and watch him sleep for just in case? Next Dr appointment is the 18th, do I need to get him in sooner? No symptoms from googling but he's not been that low before. Thank you
My diabetes experience is only during my chemo treatment - chemo/pred -induced diabetes. Apart from insulin I maintained a consistent BSL with diet. I started the day with porridge (no sugar) which sets you up for a mid-range reading (8-9). You can throw some raisins in whilst it is cooking. Now the weather is warming up porridge might not seem attractive. Instead throw oats and milk in a jar and leave in the fridge overnight. Eat cold in the morning for added benefit of fermentation overnight which is great for gut health. Baked beans are also great, add chilli / chorizo for more interest. Basically you need low GI foods and carbs so that BSL does not fluctuate wildly and no / little sugar. I guess that means no slushies @Denali .
 
Not quite sure where to ask, husband is on codeine just wondering if it would be a drama to go to China with it (doctor's letter and the medication will still be in packaging )
Hopefully for some direction where to look/check
Doctors letter won’t hurt, however just a copy of the prescription will suffice. You can double check with the relevant email address here


You may want to run it through google translate and send the request in simplified Chinese.
 

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