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Is BPM Value Of 148 In Diabetic Patient A Cause For Concern?

My Mom is diabetic and has had and infection in her foot (pressure ulcer) we just took her oxygen, which was normal, but her BPM are 148 and she was sitting down feeling dizzy. She is also diabetic and her blood sugar was 219 when she woke up. She is telling me she is fine but I am concerned
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Hi,

Based on the history your mother seems to be suffering from postural hypotension apparently caused by uncontrolled diabetes.

Although it is less common however, uncontrolled diabetes can damage the nerves supplying the blood vessels, which in turn can lead to a drop in blood pressure upon sudden movements where your blood vessels may find it hard to adjust.

You must consult her doctor for further evaluation and to adjust the dose of anti-diabetic medications to achieve the normal blood sugar level and HbA1c levels.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
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Is BPM Value Of 148 In Diabetic Patient A Cause For Concern?

Hi, Based on the history your mother seems to be suffering from postural hypotension apparently caused by uncontrolled diabetes. Although it is less common however, uncontrolled diabetes can damage the nerves supplying the blood vessels, which in turn can lead to a drop in blood pressure upon sudden movements where your blood vessels may find it hard to adjust. You must consult her doctor for further evaluation and to adjust the dose of anti-diabetic medications to achieve the normal blood sugar level and HbA1c levels. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali