Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
Abnormal blood sugar levels? Doctor, I had a boiled egg for breakfast at 11 AM. Two hours later, my blood sugar level was 92. After lunch (which was a small hot pot and a bowl of white rice), my blood sugar level was 165 two hours later. For dinner, after eating half a bowl of fr...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you have your check-up at the hospital when your diet is normal (including timing and portion size) for better assessment. The blood glucose data you provided clearly correlates with your food intake. It would be more accurate to maintain a consisten...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
Am I Pre-Diabetic? Understanding Blood Sugar Levels and Next Steps
Is this prediabetes? This morning, my fasting blood sugar was 82. Two hours after lunch, it was 179. A few minutes later, it changed to 161 and then 169. Two hours after dinner, it was 172, and two and a half hours after dinner, it was 144. My grandfather and father have diabetes...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to exercise more as you mentioned, improve dietary habits, especially paying attention to calorie intake and portion control. Following this, tracking your progress will allow for a more accurate diagnosis.[Read More] Am I Pre-Diabetic? Understanding Blood Sugar Levels and Next Steps
Managing Blood Sugar Levels: Essential Checks and Monitoring for Pre-Diabetes
Regarding blood glucose levels? Hello Doctor, I am 24 years old and 173 cm tall. My weight has dropped from 60 kg to 55 kg in three months, and there is a family history of diabetes (my father and grandmother are both diagnosed patients). Last week, I had my blood sugar tested, w...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: 1. Follow-up every 1.3 to 6 months; if there are any abnormal symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. If time permits, check HbA1c before and after meals, ideally twice. 2. It is not necessary to check every time; the physician will determine the need based on the pa...[Read More] Managing Blood Sugar Levels: Essential Checks and Monitoring for Pre-Diabetes
Understanding Diabetes: Can Pancreatitis Cause High Blood Sugar?
Diabetes Consultation Doctor, there are many causes of diabetes. I heard that pancreatitis can also lead to diabetes. If blood glucose and hemoglobin A1c levels are both very high, can we directly conclude that it is type 2 diabetes? Does this mean it cannot be caused by pancreat...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: Diabetes caused by pancreatitis is mostly due to chronic pancreatitis resulting from alcohol abuse, which then leads to diabetes. If you do not have this condition, the likelihood of having type 2 diabetes is the highest. If you have any questions, please consult a special...[Read More] Understanding Diabetes: Can Pancreatitis Cause High Blood Sugar?
Understanding Morning Blood Sugar Spikes: Causes and Solutions
Every morning around 11 AM, my blood sugar spikes abnormally high? Hello, Doctor. Currently, my fasting blood sugar in the morning is between 110 and 120. Two years ago, my hemoglobin A1c was 5.6. Over the past two years, I've noticed that every morning after 10 AM, before l...
Dr. Lin Shunfa Reply:
TO: yikun It seems that you are concerned about prediabetes. 1. It is often said that in the early stages of diabetes or in patients with prediabetes, there can be an overproduction of insulin in the body before blood glucose levels rise to a point where diabetes can be diagnosed...[Read More] Understanding Morning Blood Sugar Spikes: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Blood Sugar Changes After Tuberculosis Treatment
Please ask your questions regarding blood sugar? Hello Doctor, my mother has been taking anti-tuberculosis medication (Rifampicin + EMB + PZA + INH) for a month, and her fasting blood glucose has increased from the 90s to 105. She has a history of gestational diabetes and has bee...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: Antituberculosis medications do not cause diabetes; elevated blood sugar levels may be due to increased food intake. During tuberculosis treatment, regular blood tests will be conducted. Please monitor your blood sugar levels regularly and discuss them with your attending ...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Changes After Tuberculosis Treatment
Can Abnormal Blood Sugar Levels Be Reversed with Diet and Exercise?
Development of Abnormal Blood Sugar Levels Hello doctor, I would like to ask: If someone already has elevated fasting blood glucose or impaired glucose tolerance, can they achieve normal blood glucose levels (fasting less than 100) through dietary control, regular exercise, and w...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello Mr. Lai: The three possibilities you mentioned all exist, and it depends on the severity of your condition and your level of self-control.[Read More] Can Abnormal Blood Sugar Levels Be Reversed with Diet and Exercise?
Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar Levels: Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
Fasting blood glucose level Dear Doctor: I measured my fasting blood glucose levels at the end of September, early October, and yesterday, with values of 120, 103, and 129, respectively, all after fasting for 8 hours. Additionally, I had my hemoglobin A1c tested yesterday, which ...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: 1. Based on your blood glucose levels, you are currently classified as "prediabetic." It is recommended that you control your diet, engage in regular exercise, and maintain a healthy weight. 2. Blood glucose levels can fluctuate at any time, and the situations yo...[Read More] Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar Levels: Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
Does a Cold Affect Blood Sugar Levels? Understanding the Impact of Medications
Cold and Blood Sugar Levels Dear Doctor, 1. Does a cold cause an increase in blood sugar levels? (131) 2. Can cold medications cause an increase in blood sugar levels? Ingredients: Panadol, Amoxicillin, Incidal, Medecoush, Muslo. Thank you!
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: Blood glucose levels fluctuate and are not fixed. It is recommended that you check your blood glucose levels after your cold symptoms have resolved.[Read More] Does a Cold Affect Blood Sugar Levels? Understanding the Impact of Medications
Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar Levels: Is 95 mg/dL Too High at 33?
Regarding fasting blood glucose (8 hours) Hello Dr. Lee, I am 33 years old, and recently (on September 26) my fasting blood glucose (8 hours) was measured at 95 mg/dL. I would like to ask you: 1. Given my age and fasting blood glucose level (95 mg/dL), is this considered elev...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello Ah-Hsiang: Your blood sugar level is currently within the normal range. Please continue regular monitoring and observation, maintain a healthy lifestyle, pay attention to your diet, control your weight, and engage in regular exercise. Thank you for your inquiry. Wishing you...[Read More] Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar Levels: Is 95 mg/dL Too High at 33?
Does Warfarin Use Affect Fasting Blood Sugar Levels?
Anticoagulant Warfarin & Blood Glucose Levels Dear Doctor, I have been taking 2 mg of warfarin daily for 2 months, but I have noticed that my fasting blood sugar has risen to between 105 and 113, whereas it was around 83 to 89 two months ago. Does taking warfarin for anticoag...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. Coumarin anticoagulants include warfarin and dicumarol (previously known as bishydroxycoumarin), which exert their effects by antagonizing the coenzyme function of vitamin K. This means that several proteins involved in the coagulation cascade (including coagulation factors II...[Read More] Does Warfarin Use Affect Fasting Blood Sugar Levels?
Understanding Diabetic Foot vs. Post-Thrombotic Syndrome: Key Differences
What is diabetic foot? Dear Doctor, I had a deep vein thrombosis in my calf two months ago. A month ago, an ultrasound showed no signs of a clot. However, every day after I wake up, my calf gradually becomes hard and swollen for about two hours. When I lie down for an hour in the...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. Common clinical causes of edema include heart failure, cirrhosis, nephrotic syndrome, venous obstruction, lymphatic disorders, and medication side effects. Other causes may include hypoalbuminemia, parasitic infections, thyroid diseases, pregnancy, and venous insufficiency, am...[Read More] Understanding Diabetic Foot vs. Post-Thrombotic Syndrome: Key Differences
Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: When to Test for Diabetes
Blood sugar issues Hello, doctor. Here are my fasting, pre-meal, and post-meal blood glucose readings from my glucose meter for September 9 and 10. On September 9: - Morning blood glucose: 77 (fasting, 10:00 AM), 85 (12:00 PM) - Afternoon blood glucose: 105 (1:00 PM), 108 (3:00...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. Generally, a normal fasting blood glucose level is <100 mg/dL. 2. A fasting blood glucose level between 100 mg/dL and 126 mg/dL indicates an increased risk for diabetes. 3. A fasting blood glucose level ≥126 mg/dL suggests possible diabetes. 4. A hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) l...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: When to Test for Diabetes
Understanding Postprandial Blood Sugar Testing: Timing and Methods Explained
Postprandial blood glucose measurement at two hours? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you whether the measurement of postprandial blood glucose starts from the moment the first bite of food is swallowed or after the entire meal is finished. Is it two hours? Also, when testing w...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. According to medical definitions, the plasma glucose level measured two hours after a meal refers to the blood sugar level taken two hours after the start of eating. Generally, this is when blood sugar levels peak, which is also relevant for clinical comparisons. This is what ...[Read More] Understanding Postprandial Blood Sugar Testing: Timing and Methods Explained
Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Signs of Potential Diabetes
Unsure if diabetes has already developed? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I measured my fasting blood glucose at home using a glucometer, and it was 91 mg/dL (after fasting for about 10-12 hours). After eating curry rice (starting the timer from the first bite), my blood glucose one hou...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. If your weight is 92 kg and your height is 160 cm, your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 35.9 kg/m². According to the classification by Taiwan's Ministry of Health and Welfare, since it exceeds 27 kg/m² and is over 35 kg/m², it falls into the category of severe obesity. Additiona...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Signs of Potential Diabetes
Is 2000cc of Daily Water Intake Safe for a Single Kidney?
Unilateral kidney issues? Hello doctor, I was born with only one kidney, which functions normally. I would like to ask, for someone with only one kidney, is drinking 2000cc of water per day a burden on the kidney? Thank you.
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
If you only have one kidney, it has to bear the workload of two kidneys, so it's important to take good care of it. This includes staying well-hydrated (such as drinking at least 1500cc to 2000cc of water per day), monitoring and controlling the three highs (hypertension, hi...[Read More] Is 2000cc of Daily Water Intake Safe for a Single Kidney?
Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar and Diabetes Diagnosis Standards
Questions regarding fasting duration and the diagnostic criteria for diabetes? Hello, doctor! I would like to ask a few questions. 1. My blood test requisition states that I need to fast for 12 hours before having my fasting blood glucose drawn (along with a lipid panel). I wou...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Hello, blood tests require fasting for more than 8 hours (either 8 or 12 hours is acceptable). For two blood tests, they should be spaced at least one week apart.[Read More] Understanding Fasting Blood Sugar and Diabetes Diagnosis Standards
Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Interpreting Your Test Results
Inquiry about blood sugar issues? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask you a question. During my company's health check-up this year, the HR department informed me that fasting was not required. Therefore, I had breakfast on the day of the check-up and had my blood drawn about...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
Hello, if any of the following three criteria are met (at least twice), a diagnosis of diabetes can be made: a. Fasting plasma glucose level equal to or greater than 126 mg/dL. b. Presence of classic diabetes symptoms (such as excessive thirst, frequent urination, increased h...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Levels: Interpreting Your Test Results
How to Effectively Manage Blood Sugar Levels: Tips and Insights
How to control blood sugar levels? Hello Dr. Hsiao, On July 9, 2015, I had a blood test that showed a blood sugar level of 124. Additionally, my triglycerides and LDL cholesterol were elevated. At that time, my weight was 91 kg, and I currently weigh 84 kg. I measure my fasting ...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
1. On July 9, 2015, your fasting blood glucose level was found to be 124 mg/dL; your lipid levels and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol were elevated. At that time, your weight was 91 kg, and it is now 84 kg. Currently, your average fasting blood glucose levels after 8 ho...[Read More] How to Effectively Manage Blood Sugar Levels: Tips and Insights
Is Drinking Milk at Night Safe for Diabetics?
Waking up at night to drink milk for diabetes? Hello, doctor. My father has diabetes, and he often gets up in the middle of the night to drink milk before going back to sleep. Is this good for his health? Thank you.
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Generally speaking, a 250 ml cup of fresh milk contains approximately 150 calories, which includes carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and other nutrients. Currently, there is no information available to explain why someone might wake up in the middle of the night to drink milk; it co...[Read More] Is Drinking Milk at Night Safe for Diabetics?