Doctor Shares Alarming Case of Diabetes Patient Who Trusts Neighbors Over Medical Advice

A medical professional shared a concerning case of a diabetes patient who stopped taking prescribed medication and instead followed neighbors' alternative health advice. The patient initially had well-controlled blood sugar levels, but when kidney filtration values began slightly declining, neighbors convinced the patient that doctor's medications were damaging their kidneys. They recommended drinking pandan water and honey instead of taking diabetes medication. The doctor emphasized that diabetes itself, not medication, damages kidneys through multiple mechanisms like high sugar levels and increased filtering processes. Ultimately, the patient agreed to return to medical advice after understanding the risks of ignoring professional medical guidance.