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Query regarding diabetes test
I have stenting since 2016.
Recently I was diagnosed with diabetes. Fasting-134 and pp- 245.
I controlled sugar intake and started walking 4000 steps a day.
Now I have *FASTING- 118* AND PP-180
This according to the given measurements by the laboratory is pre-diabetes.
Do I need medication to control sugar level?
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Dr. Bhavya Hari
General Physician
16 yrs exp
Salem
Your sugar levels are fairly under control but your post meal sugar has to reduce further. Try to take 5-6 small frequent meals in a day. Along with exercise, it will help you reduce your sugar levels. No medicine required at this point of time
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Dr. Raveendran S R
Diabetologist
17 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi I can understand your concern
Yes it's pre-diabetes
You need to continue your diet and exercise
Along with walking try exercise and yoga
It will take time but will come down
Recheck after a month
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