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Diabetic. Should I Worry About Sugar Shot Upto 335?

My doctor gave me methyoprednise for sciatica. I am diabetic and my blood sugar shot up to 335 this evening after my dinner dose. Is this something I should worry about. I am on day 2 of a 6 day prescription. I blood sugar was good before I started on med.
Mon, 13 Jan 2014
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Hello dear,

Methylprednisolone is a glucocorticoid.
It has an action opposite to that of insulin i.e. it causes an increase in blood sugar level.
Hence, your blood sugar which was under control till now has shot up suddenly.

Blood sugar level of 335 is definitely a cause of worry as presence of such high levels can cause damage to the target organs like Heart, Kidneys, Peripheral nerves & Eyes.
In view of the above mentioned fact, it will be advisable to get your sugar medicines adjusted.
Kindly consult your treating Doctor and discuss regarding this.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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Diabetic. Should I Worry About Sugar Shot Upto 335?

Hello dear, Methylprednisolone is a glucocorticoid. It has an action opposite to that of insulin i.e. it causes an increase in blood sugar level. Hence, your blood sugar which was under control till now has shot up suddenly. Blood sugar level of 335 is definitely a cause of worry as presence of such high levels can cause damage to the target organs like Heart, Kidneys, Peripheral nerves & Eyes. In view of the above mentioned fact, it will be advisable to get your sugar medicines adjusted. Kindly consult your treating Doctor and discuss regarding this. Wishing you a good health. Take care.