What Causes Inncreased In Blood Sugar Level?

Posted on Fri, 27 Jun 2014

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Fri, 27 Jun 2014 Answered on

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Question : My glucose test in the doctors office was at 149, I test at home and most of the time get in the 130's, so I don't want to medicate to lower this. Have had high blood suger for 20 years, I am 78. What do you think?

Answered by Dr. M. Vamsi Krishna (41 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No need of medication

Detailed Answer:
dear madam I can understand your concern
As per your age slight increased in blood sugar is expected there is nothing to feel bad about that.
I my opinion and considering age as a factor there is no need for medication.
as per your age it's advisable to continue diet and mild exersise.
I suggest you to consider taking Hba1c test .
kindly give details of your height and weight
I am ready for further discussion
Dr XXXXXXX
Diabetologist

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