حاج عمره ٦٣ سنة مصاب بالسكري ويأخذ إنسولين، يستعد للحج في الصيف. يسأل عن أدويته. أي نصيحة صحيحة؟

A 63-year-old pilgrim with diabetes on insulin is preparing for Hajj in summer and asks about his medicines. Which advice is correct?

1. Walk barefoot at the holy sites to rest his feet from the heat
2. Stop insulin on the ritual days because of all the walking
3. Leave the insulin in his bag in the sun as heat has no effect
4. Cool pack for insulin, fast sugar and frequent checks

Answer: D) Cool pack for insulin, fast sugar and frequent checks. Heat spoils insulin, extensive walking causes hypoglycaemia and dehydration raises glucose. Keep insulin cool, carry fast sugar and a medical card, wear comfortable shoes and test often.