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Fasting sugar is 131 for 78 yrs male
My father aged 78 yrs having fasting sugar 131.is it matter of concern? not on any sugar medication .
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What are his hba1c levels..ppbs levels..
How many years has he been having sugar.. not noticed before?
If hba1c not checked... should be done to Start treatment if required.
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strict diabetic diet control..low carbohydrate intake.
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regular walking and exercise must.
After strict diabetic diet control and exercise check sugar levels, FBS,ppbs, hba1c levels after 3 months..if he is not willing for treatment.
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What is his HBAIC and post prandial blood sugar value?? 131 is higher than normal.
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No . He is good
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Dr. Ravindran P
Diabetologist
39 yrs exp
Chennai
In your father fasting sugar is high so you should do GTT is better for good assessment. Consult or contact me
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Have a nice day
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Dr. Sidharth Bawa
Diabetologist
13 yrs exp
Gurgaon
At his age , should keep the fasting levels below 110mg/dl.
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He can achieve it by making cautious changes in calories intake, time of dinner before 8 pm. 15 mins walk post dinner.
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Keep Monitoring HBA1C once in 6 months
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Dr. Mayura Kale
Diabetologist
14 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Not really, just maintain a healthy lifestyle, check for complications and Do check post meal blood glucose and HBA1c
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
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For his age.
It is still fine.
You need not worry.
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