Blood sugar, Internal Medicine FAQ

Normal blood sugar levels but occasionally experiencing symptoms similar to hypoglycemia? Hello Doctor: In the past two to three years, I have occasionally experienced symptoms similar to hypoglycemia, such as sudden cold sweats, anxiety, and hunger pangs, which are relieved afte...

Diabetes test results inquiry? When I was 23 or 24 years old, during a company health check, I was found to have elevated fasting blood glucose levels. I then went to a large hospital where my postprandial blood glucose reached 395 mg/dL, and my HbA1c was 9.1, which led to a diag...

High cholesterol and elevated blood lipids? Hello Doctor, I have a question to ask. I recently received my health check report: weight 45 kg, height 164 cm, fasting blood sugar 102 mg/dL, hemoglobin A1c 5.3%, HDL 83 mg/dL, LDL 207 mg/dL, triglycerides 94 mg/dL, and total cholest...

Both pre-meal and post-meal blood glucose levels are at the threshold? Doctor, my hemoglobin A1c is 5.2, my fasting blood sugar is 99, and my postprandial blood sugar is 140. Since both values are at the borderline, am I considered to have prediabetes? Also, how much should I eat...

Insulin resistance Hello, Doctor: If I drink a cup of sugary bubble tea throughout the day (taking a few sips intermittently), will this cause my blood sugar levels to fluctuate continuously and potentially lead to insulin resistance?

I have some questions regarding the use of continuous glucose monitoring devices? Hello Doctor, I am 42 years old. Last August, my health check revealed a fasting blood glucose level of 115 mg/dL and a hemoglobin A1c of 5.8%. Since then, my fasting blood glucose has remained elev...

Regarding contact with another person's blood? Hello Dr. Lin, my family member needs to check their blood sugar, but they cannot operate the device and cannot see, so I assist them. Today, my family member bled more than usual, and when I was about to discard the test strip,...

Assessment of Insulin Resistance Issues Hello Doctor, I recently received my health check report, and my blood sugar values are as follows: *Fasting blood sugar: 90 mg/dL* *Fasting insulin: 11.9 μIU/mL* *Insulin resistance assessment: 2.6* The report indicates that the normal val...

Is it a diabetic spot? Hello Doctor, my BMI is 21. I have been consistently engaging in aerobic exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, but I have been troubled by diabetes issues recently. At the end of February this year, my fasting blood glucose was 89, but by the end of Marc...

Glomerular filtration rate (GFR) Hello Dr. Chang, I am a diabetes patient. Recently, my blood test report showed the following: estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR): 143, creatinine: 0.65, urine microalbumin-to-creatinine ratio: 84, urine occult blood: 1+. Is a higher glom...

Blood sugar issues? Hello Doctor, I am 22 years old, and my height, weight, and BMI are all normal. I do not have hypertension, hyperlipidemia, or any other unhealthy values. On March 1st of this year, my fasting blood glucose was 89, and today, March 20th, my fasting blood gluco...

Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) Hello Doctor, I have some questions I would like to ask you: I had a blood test done in December. Since both of my parents have diabetes and my weight has decreased from 64 kg in mid-August to only 59 kg recently, I am very anxious about my blood sugar...

Do low glycemic index foods affect glycated hemoglobin levels? Hello doctor, I had a hemoglobin A1c test in November that showed 5.3, and in December, it was 5.6. This past month, aside from meat and fats, I increased my intake of avocados, nuts, and 100% chocolate. I added appro...

Fasting blood glucose issues Hello Doctor, I recently received my health check report, which shows that my fasting blood glucose level is 97, which is close to the maximum reference value of 100. The night before the test, I was too busy and only ate two tea eggs for dinner, and ...

Fluctuations in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels within one month? Hello Doctor: Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions despite your busy schedule. In my family, besides my parents, my aunts, uncles, and both sets of grandparents have diabetes, so I am particularl...

Regarding the recent cold weather, I have been experiencing a dull sensation in my big toe, which has a history of gout, upon waking up in the morning. However, after urinating, the discomfort significantly decreases? Hello, Director Gao! I apologize for bothering you, but I have...

Regarding the recent cold weather, I have been experiencing a feeling of heaviness in my big toe, which previously had gout, upon waking up in the morning. However, after urinating, the sensation decreases significantly? Hello, Director Gao! I apologize for bothering you, but I h...

Is it possible to contract HIV during the blood draw process? Hello, doctor. Thank you for taking the time to answer my question despite your busy schedule. Yesterday morning, I went to a nearby medical laboratory to have my blood tested because I was concerned about my blood sug...

Factors Affecting Blood Glucose Levels I would like to consult a doctor. My mother has been experiencing lower back pain and has seen an orthopedic doctor. She received an injection and is taking muscle relaxants. Since my mother has diabetes, her blood sugar levels are regularly...

Questions about pre-meal blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin? Hello Doctor, during my health check in 2018, my fasting blood sugar was 105, and in 2022, it was 113, with other results normal. After undergoing an endoscopy on September 1st this year, I noticed my previous blood ...