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Self-reported reasons for nonadherence with insulin doses (n = 169).
| Reasons for Missing Insulin Doses | Frequency (n) | Proportion (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Away from home | 61 | 36.1 |
| I cannot adhere to dietary regimen | 41 | 24.3 |
| Feeling embarrassed to take it in public | 40 | 23.7 |
| The time to take it is not appropriate | 31 | 18.3 |
| Forget | 26 | 15.4 |
| Took only when blood sugar is high | 22 | 13.0 |
| Time consuming | 17 | 10.1 |
| Regimen is complex | 15 | 8.9 |
| Fear of injection pain | 7 | 4.1 |
| Ran out of medication | 7 | 4.1 |
| Took only when felt sick | 4 | 2.4 |
