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Can my diabetes be controlled by walk and diet alone?
Query: Hello doctor, I was feeling angry and very consistent in the urine. I decided to check my blood sugar level. I was in fasting regularly. Meanwhile, I was under extreme stress pressure due to my job problems, I consulted with the doctor and checked the blood sugar level, and it was 391 with fasting w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your test of HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin) is too high. It is good that you have controlled your sugar with diet and exercise. But you should take some safe medication. But to control your sugar, you need some more lab test. Now you can start a formula of Sitagliptin a... Read Full »
I seek your advice for my father's blood report. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have enclosed the preventive blood test reports of my father. I seek your advice for the test report. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), he has type 2 diabetes with dyslipidemia and iron deficiency anemia. All these can be managed with lifestyle modifications along with some drugs. I would advise daily brisk walking for 45 minutes... Read Full »
I have had diabetes for five years. How to manage my blood sugar?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 50-year-old male who has been dealing with diabetes for the past five years. I am looking for guidance on lifestyle modifications to manage diabetes better. Can you provide information on the latest research or developments in diabetes management? Is there a cure for diabetes, a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Diabetes is a lifestyle disease that can be managed by lifestyle modification and weight management. Taking medication to control blood glucose is also very important. Daily exercise for half an hour and a strict diet avoiding oily, fried, su... Read Full »
Kindly help me with some treatment options to reduce my sugar level.
Query: Hi doctor,I am 41 years old with a weight of 207 pounds and a height of six feet. Today I brought a glucometer and checked my sugar levels. I had a blood sugar level of 220 mg/dL. Kindly suggest some measures to reduce my sugar level. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the details given. Having a random blood sugar of 220 mg/dL is quite high than the expected level. A normal person should have a fasting blood sugar of less than 100 mg/dL and postprandial should be 6.5 percent. This gives you a clear idea. For takin... Read Full »
Please suggest a regular diet plan for a diabetic patient to maintain the sugar level.
Query: Hello doctor, My father, aged 65 years, has been suffering from diabetes for more than eight years. He was using insulin injection, 20 ml in the morning, and 12 ml at night. A recent blood test shows that the RBS value is 265 mg/dl, and the creatinine value is 2.1 mg/dL. Now, as per the doctor's adv... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood your concern. Since your father's blood glucose level is not under control, the doctor is right in increasing his dosage of insulin. His weight is a little on the higher side. A reduction in weight can help both his diabetes and blood pressure readings. ... 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 »
Please suggest lifestyle changes for managing diabetes.
Query: Hi doctor, I am reaching out because I have been diagnosed with diabetes, and I am feeling overwhelmed about managing it on a day-to-day basis. A woman of 56, I have a family history of the condition, and recently, I have been experiencing increased fatigue, frequent urination, and unexplained weigh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. Yes, you can monitor it daily with a glucometer. The test can be done at home by yourself, so just get a glucometer and do it on an empty stomach and after two hours of eating fo... Read Full »
I have diabetes and elevated liver enzymes. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a diabetic, and I am sharing my recent reports for your review. Two months back, my fasting blood sugar was 270 mg/dl, mentioned as units, and postprandial (PP) was 380. However, this month, the levels have improved to fasting 180 and PP (post-prandil) 310. My doctor mentioned that m... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. Please continue with the medication as prescribed by your doctor. Regarding your elevated Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase (SGOT) and Serum Glutamic Pyruvic Transami... Read Full »
My diabetes is not under control despite taking medications. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I take GP3 before lunch and dinner, Obimate SR 1 gm after lunch and dinner, and Tryglynase 2 before breakfast but my diabetes is not coming under control. I have attached my report. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. There are three ways to control diabetes. Diet, exercise, medicines (oral or Insulin). No matter how good your blood sugar reports are, you should definitely follow a strict anti-diabetic diet and do regular daily aerobic exercises like wa... Read Full »
I am a 55-year-old female. How do I manage my type 2 diabetes?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 55-year-old female diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I would like to have a better understanding of diabetes, including its types, causes, risk factors, and impact on overall health. Kindly guide me on how to monitor my blood glucose levels effectively, including the frequency of ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition where the body's insulin production is insufficient or ineffective. It is often linked to lifestyle factors, genetics, and obesity that impact overall health. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned... Read Full »