Is my blood sugar level at 140 worsening my stigmatism?

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

I am very sorry about your medical condition, and I am glad that you are paying attention to changes in your body system. But do not worry, I am here to take care of you. It is obvious you are paying close attention to your health, and that is important. Let us walk through what’s going on step by step. Here is a summary of what you are dealing with:

1. Stronger glasses prescription due to worsening astigmatism.

2. Sinus infection (currently being treated).

3. Mild flashing in both eyes today.

4. Blood sugar 140 mg/dL(milligrams per deciliter) yesterday, and off diabetic meds for over a year (with previous A1c improvement from 12 to 13 percent to 6.7 percent).

Flashes of light (photopsia) can be a sign of vitreous traction, or in more serious cases, retinal detachment or tear. So if it is both eyes, then it is likely migraine or pressure in the eyes. Sinus infection can cause pressure behind the eyes, headaches, and visual disturbances (especially if it affects the ethmoid or sphenoid sinuses).

Blood sugar of 140 mg/dL, a random blood sugar of 140 is not alarming by itself, but since you have been off medications for a year, stress or infection (like sinusitis) can cause temporary spikes in blood glucose. So, monitor your fasting blood sugar for a clearer picture. However, if you are seeing flashing lights, eye pain, or blurred vision that worsens, the glasses may need re-checking, or the eye might need to be dilated and examined for retinal health. Please take the following for the sinus infection:

1. Two tablets of Co-amoxiclav 500mg (milligrams) orally three times daily for one week.

I hope this helps.

Kindly follow up if you have more concerns.

Thank you.