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Asked for male, 62 years old from Vijayawada
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Dear Mr. lybrate-user rao,
I note that the problem is with the pp values. Even on the present regimen, your hb a1c is reasonable particularly if you have had diabetes for > 10 years. I would suggest you try the follwoinf dietary changes:
if your fasting values are > 120 and pp values go above 180, reduce the quantity of carbohydrate (rice, wheat, rava, maida) in each meal and increase the quantity of protein (dhal, egg white, fish or chicken. Monitor blood sugars with glucometer as follo...more
I note that the problem is with the pp values. Even on the present regimen, your hb a1c is reasonable particularly if you have had diabetes for > 10 years. I would suggest you try the follwoinf dietary changes:
if your fasting values are > 120 and pp values go above 180, reduce the quantity of carbohydrate (rice, wheat, rava, maida) in each meal and increase the quantity of protein (dhal, egg white, fish or chicken. Monitor blood sugars with glucometer as follo...more
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Endocrinologist•Dharwad
Thanks for the query.
Both fasting and Pp blood glucose levels mentioned are very high. It appears that present medication (particularly Insulin) is not adequate. It may have to be increased. Plus a look has to be given to his diet and extent of daily physical activity. You may have to first target his fasting level and bring it down to 110 mg or so by adjusting nigh insulin dosage. If you have any doubts please come in a private conversation then I will be able to give specific guidance. Th...more
Both fasting and Pp blood glucose levels mentioned are very high. It appears that present medication (particularly Insulin) is not adequate. It may have to be increased. Plus a look has to be given to his diet and extent of daily physical activity. You may have to first target his fasting level and bring it down to 110 mg or so by adjusting nigh insulin dosage. If you have any doubts please come in a private conversation then I will be able to give specific guidance. Th...more
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Once the patient is on insulin they have to be on insulin, only dose may vary.Some times you may have to add medicines in addition to insulin.From the details you gave it appears you DM is very badly managed.So visit diabetologist once in a month and plan medicines and their modification this is a must.You should also manage your wt & diet which will help you to avoid complications & will assist you to get reasonable health.
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