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Should I Do Anything About High Sugar Level When I Have Been Taking Prednisone This Past Week?
Question: I have been taking prednisone this past week. On a 21 pill regiment for 6 days. Blood sugar has elevated to 214 which is high for me. Usually around 140-160. Have three more days to take at gradual reduction, Should I do anything to reduce blood sugar levels?
Brief Answer:
About blood sugar during prednisone treatment:
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
During treatment with prednisone, the blood sugar increases and the treatment of Diabetes should be intensified during this period.
You didn't mention the actual treatment, but you need to see your treating physician to modify the treatment if the prednisone is prescribed for more than 10 days.
Even though you will reduce the dose, prednisone has still the ability to keep high blood glucose.
Hope I have been helpful.
Best wishes,
Dr. Mirjeta
About blood sugar during prednisone treatment:
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
During treatment with prednisone, the blood sugar increases and the treatment of Diabetes should be intensified during this period.
You didn't mention the actual treatment, but you need to see your treating physician to modify the treatment if the prednisone is prescribed for more than 10 days.
Even though you will reduce the dose, prednisone has still the ability to keep high blood glucose.
Hope I have been helpful.
Best wishes,
Dr. Mirjeta
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