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I tested at 148 for fasting blood sugar

2017-08-20 08:41:34
This was the first time it was so high I am on BP medication and obese should I start medication for sugar and can I get it back to normal?
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It's most likely diabetes and you should start medicines for the same. Better to confirm the sugar levels once again before starting medicines.

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