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Is FBS Value Of 148 A Cause For Concern?
Question: I am a 72 year old, very active and muscular woman. I measure 5 feet three inches and weight 154 pounds. My blood sugar level at fasting is 148. Is this dangerous and what should I do.
Brief Answer:
In the diabetic range
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thanks for writing to HCM.
Noted your concern. The fasting glucose level is clearly in the diabetic range.
Please do a HBA1C test which gives the average glucose levels of the preceding three months. If that shows a value of more than 6.5% it would be good to start medications like Tab METFORMIN 500 mg once a day(Since its a prescription drug, i'd advice you to check into your local physician prior to it) in addition to good diet control (as per a dieticians advise).
Please continue to be active. Its likely you have type2 diabetes.
I will be happy to answer if you have any more queries.
Warm regards.
Dr Praveen.
In the diabetic range
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thanks for writing to HCM.
Noted your concern. The fasting glucose level is clearly in the diabetic range.
Please do a HBA1C test which gives the average glucose levels of the preceding three months. If that shows a value of more than 6.5% it would be good to start medications like Tab METFORMIN 500 mg once a day(Since its a prescription drug, i'd advice you to check into your local physician prior to it) in addition to good diet control (as per a dieticians advise).
Please continue to be active. Its likely you have type2 diabetes.
I will be happy to answer if you have any more queries.
Warm regards.
Dr Praveen.
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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