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Posted on Mon, 5 Oct 2015
Question: Hi, my husband's blood sugar is 454, the highest it has eve been. How can we get it down?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Abhay A Mali (45 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Uncontrolled Diabetes.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your question.

After going through your question, I can understand your concern.

Considering his age, heart status and current Blood sugar level of 454, he should seek immediate medical attention.

You should take him to ER.
He requires detailed clinical evaluation.
Following investigation may require on emergency basis.
- Urine ketones.
- Serum Ketones.
- Renal function test - urea, creatinine, electrolytes.
- Complete Blood Count.
- ECG.

Depending upon clinical examination and above test results further evaluation can be planned.

He may require intravenous insulin treatment and intravenous fluids for blood sugar control.

Hope this helps.
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Suggest Ways To Lower Blood Sugar Levels

Brief Answer: Uncontrolled Diabetes. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your question. After going through your question, I can understand your concern. Considering his age, heart status and current Blood sugar level of 454, he should seek immediate medical attention. You should take him to ER. He requires detailed clinical evaluation. Following investigation may require on emergency basis. - Urine ketones. - Serum Ketones. - Renal function test - urea, creatinine, electrolytes. - Complete Blood Count. - ECG. Depending upon clinical examination and above test results further evaluation can be planned. He may require intravenous insulin treatment and intravenous fluids for blood sugar control. Hope this helps.