“Is local anesthesia safe for diabetics”

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“Is local anesthesia safe for diabetics”

I have type 2 diabetes and will have surgery under local anesthesia. Is local anesthesia safe for diabetics

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**Dr. Jose David Gamez** Endocronologist (Pediatric) Edinburg, TX · Accepted Answer

Dr. Jose David Gamez Endocronologist (Pediatric) Edinburg, TX

Yes

**Mina Saeed** Surgeon Evanston, IL · Accepted Answer

Mina Saeed Surgeon Evanston, IL

Absolutely.

**Dr. Natasha E. Kelly** Surgeon Ansonia, CT · Accepted Answer

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

Risk and benefits must be weighed relative to side effects of all drugs.

**Dr. Michael Sutker** Surgeon Dallas, TX · Accepted Answer

Dr. Michael Sutker Surgeon Dallas, TX

Yes. There should be no contra-indication.