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What has to be done to control high blood sugar level?
Query: Hello doctor, My husband had an issue of multiple urination and high thirst. I checked his sugar, he is 30 years old. His random sugar was 419 mg/dL. I have gone through the various tests. I need a doctor to check the reports and suggest the instant treatment. His fasting is between 218 to 257 mg/dL... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your husband's reports, plus from the information you provided. This is my advice. He will need a detailed examination and a few more tests to determine if he is type 1 or type 2 because he is very young. His glucose levels are critically high from my ass... Read Full »
My husband has trouble sleeping. Should we be concerned?
Query: Hello doctor, I am really worried about my husband's health. Recently, he has been having trouble sleeping, and I heard that lack of sleep might be linked to diabetes and hypertension. He is diabetic but under control and takes his medicines on time. Could you please explain how these things are co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is no such connection with diabetes, but yes, sleep disturbances or stress can lead to hypertension. If your sleep is disturbed for a long time of period, like for years, and you have certain kinds of stress, then you are more prone ... Read Full »
Why does my brother's daughter urinate frequently?
Query: Hi doctor, My brother's younger daughter is 6 years old. Her weight is 52.9 pounds and height is 4 feet. She always rushes to the bathroom to urinate. In a day, she rushes 20 to 25 times to urinate. We have done her urine RE, and it shows everything as normal. She becomes thirsty to drink water. She... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. Increased frequency of urination in a 6 year old child can be due to UTI (Urinary Tract Infection), renal stones or diabetes mellitus. Since, in this case, increased thirst is also present there is a probability of diabetes mellitus. Althou... Read Full »
How can I effectively prepare meals for my diabetic mother?
Query: Hello doctor, My mother has been living with diabetes for seven years now, and I am seeking advice on maintaining a healthy diet for her condition. As a woman of 56, managing her diet is crucial. Could you provide specific dietary recommendations that would help control her blood sugar levels effect... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Diabetes is caused by high levels of sugar, and we can easily control it by changing our lifestyle and doing physical activities regularly. So when the glucose level is high in the body, we can decrease it by consumi... Read Full »
Despite taking medication, why are blood sugar levels high?
Query: Hello doctor, My grandfather aged 79 years has diabetes for past 22 years. He has been on medication since then. He has other parameters normal but his sugar levels are quite high for some time. Before three months, the fasting blood glucose level was 116 mg/dl and postprandial blood glucose level w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your father is doing really well. The change in his sugar levels is due to his age. As he ages, his body processes would start to derange even if they were previously stable. He can continue eating as he presently is. But, ask him to also avoid sugar-rich fruits whic... Read Full »
My father suddenly developed double vision. Why?
Query: Hello Doctor, My father got double vision suddenly. Age 58 years. His BP was high. He has diabetes. His CT Scan report says:- Impression: Multiple calcified foci as described above. Diffuse cerebral atrophy. Content: Two calcified foci without perilesional oedema are seen in bilateral occipital regi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, It seems from the history that your father is having sudden onset of double vision. He is a known diabetic and hypertensive. The CT scan report you have mentioned here like diffuse cerebral atrophy is not of much significant and they indicate age related changes. The CT scan findings are not ... Read Full »
I have diabetes. Can I snack on diabetic biscuits?
Query: Hi doctor, What can be done for diabetic headache? Are diabetes friendly biscuits useful in maintaining sugar levels? Should these biscuits be preferred eating? What can be a good snack for diabetic patient? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Headaches are not related to diabetes directly. You might be having a headache because of low sugar levels (hypoglycemic headaches). In such scenario, you need to immediately check sugar levels or take some sweets. You can use a painkiller if it is severe. You are all... Read Full »
I am afraid of inheriting diabetes from my parents. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, My parents are diabetics, and I fear that I might get it too. I am 28 years old and take utmost care to prevent it. Please suggest ways to prevent diabetes. What tests should I undergo for diabetes, and how frequently should I do them? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Diabetes is a familial disorder, but fortunately, it is preventable. Since both your parents have it, you must take all the precautions. I suggest you do walking, jogging, strength building exercise every day. One can do strength-buildi... Read Full »
My blood sugar levels are high. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 50-year-old male taking the tablet Diapride M1 twice daily after breakfast and dinner. My fasting blood glucose levels are 150 mg/dL, and post prandial blood glucose levels are 200 to 210 mg/dL. Kindly help me set up a regime to achieve proper control. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Before I suggest something, I would like to know how long you have been taking these medications and your sugar level before starting them. How are your diet and lifestyle? Do you have any other medical conditions? If yes, are you taking any medicines for the same? I would also like to know ... Read Full »
I have fluctuating sugar levels. Am I diabetic?
Query: Hello doctor, No one is diabetic in my whole family. My sugar levels are fluctuating. My sugar levels in the past three months were 110 mg/dl, 107 mg/dl and 122 mg/dl for pre-lunch and post-lunch were 83 mg/dl, 120 mg/dl and 172 mg/dl respectively. I have never taken any medicine for diabetes. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are not a diabetic, but some of your reports need further follow up. You seem to be in a healthy weight range. A better indicator of your blood sugar levels will be glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1C). This is a blood test and can be done at any time of the day. This... Read Full »