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Sugar Levels
I had checked my dad fbs sugar level which is around 121 mg/dl. Whether he is diabetic?.
What is the normal sugar at the age of 59?
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Dont worry he is fine.
Briskwalking daily for 30 mins,
Repeat the FBS, PPBS and HBa1c after 3 months and review with reports
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That indicates he is a pre diabetic.
He doesn't need to take anti-diabetic medications if he is not on one but take dietary precautions which includes a low sugar diet avoiding processed sugar as much as possible and also excercise for atleast 30minutes a day. Excercise may include 30min brisk walk.
If he is already on anti-diabetic medication kindly do not panic, the dose has to be altered a bit and he'll be able to maintain fasting sugar below 100 again.
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FBS more than 126mg/dl is considered as diabetic
Between 100 to 125 impaired fasting glucose
Next Steps
get FBS, PPBS and Hba1c in a lab
Health Tips
life style modifications , refular exercise
consult for further advice
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