About fasting sugar test

2021-06-14 08:41:47
My mother (50 years old)has tested fasting blood sugar 15 days back she had the value 126 mg/DL.and after food she has the value of 180 mg/dl.she consulted a doctor through practo and the doctor suggested to take gp 1 tablets for 10 days and asked her to restest after 10 days.she completed the course and tested fasting sugar result after 10 days is 134mg/DL and after food 200 mg/DL for 2 days.again doctor prescribed her to take same tablet for one month.now she started taking medicine.what my doubt is what is the problem.?did she get diabetes?by using one month of these tablets will she recover(does her sugar values get to normal).we are confusing she is tensed about this.is it everything normal or anything wrong? Please help me
132 Views
She might be pre diabetic, To confirm get OGTT and HBA1C, Consult me on Practo after getting blood test results.

Answered2021-06-16 13:48:10

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

+123
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Recommend checking HbA1C to assess whether she has diabetes or not. It shows average sugars over the past 3 months. That will help dictate the duration of medications and help to predict whether sugar will normalize or not

Answered2021-06-14 09:02:02

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.