Does Not Fasting Affect the Accuracy of Health Checkup Results?
Does undergoing a health check-up without fasting affect the interpretation of test results? Thank you? Hello Director Li, I would like to ask you some questions regarding the health check report. Our company is organizing a health check tour, but the hospital has scheduled the h...
Dr. Li Huixiong Reply:
Hello: Some laboratory test results can indeed be influenced by diet. Below, I will list the tests and examinations that are recommended to be fasting for at least eight hours due to dietary effects, for your reference: urine glucose (GLU), pH, total cholesterol (CHOL), triglycer...[Read More] Does Not Fasting Affect the Accuracy of Health Checkup Results?
Understanding Blood Sugar Monitoring: Accuracy and Common Concerns
About diabetes? First of all, I would like to thank Dr. Lee for the previous response. I do have hyperlipidemia and hypertension, which I am currently managing with medication. My average blood pressure is (systolic) 110-120 and (diastolic) 65-75. In my last inquiry, my fasting b...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: The blood glucose levels obtained from a standard blood draw are typically about 15% higher than those measured by a glucose meter, which may raise some questions for you. Since you are at high risk for diabetes, it is recommended that you continue to manage your diet and ...[Read More] Understanding Blood Sugar Monitoring: Accuracy and Common Concerns
Understanding High Triglycerides: Risks, Testing, and Dietary Advice
Triacylglycerol levels inquiry? Hello Doctor, my mother is 55 years old, 160 cm tall, and weighs 65 kg. Recently, she has experienced a loss of sensation in her feet, and after undergoing tests at a hospital, the doctor informed her that she is at risk of a stroke due to her trig...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello Xiaoyun: It is indeed a rare case for your mother to have triglyceride levels exceeding 5000. I recommend visiting a metabolic clinic for further evaluation before deciding on a treatment plan. Wishing you and your family good health![Read More] Understanding High Triglycerides: Risks, Testing, and Dietary Advice
Impact of Diet on Blood Test Results for Prediabetes
Prediabetes Hello Dr. Lee: Today, the hospital's blood test report shows fasting blood glucose: 117, glycated hemoglobin: 5.8, triglycerides: 193, cholesterol: normal, and uric acid: normal. I consumed a large amount of soda (5 bottles) and ate fried chicken nuggets (4 piece...
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Hello: Based on what you mentioned, I recommend that you pay attention to the following three points: 1. Correct your dietary habits. 2. You are at high risk for diabetes: as your glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) is greater than 5.7; please note that glycated hemoglobin is not affecte...[Read More] Impact of Diet on Blood Test Results for Prediabetes
Understanding the Referral from Family Medicine to Nephrology for Diabetes Patients
The family medicine physician referred the case of my father to the nephrology department? Hello, my father has been suffering from diabetes and kidney stones for a long time. He was originally seeing a family medicine doctor, but for some reason, his case has been referred to a ...
Dr. Wu Jiyu Reply:
Sugar (Glycosuria): 1+ (-) HbA1c: 7.8% Uric Acid: 4.2 mg/dl Cholesterol Total: 219* mg/dl Q1: Attached is the examination report from February 7th. I noticed that there are no kidney function indices in the report. Can I request this test during my next outpatient visit? Answer1:...[Read More] Understanding the Referral from Family Medicine to Nephrology for Diabetes Patients
Can Drinking Sugary Beverages Lead to Diabetes Beyond Genetics?
Diabetes mellitus Hello, Dr. Lee. Aside from genetics, can long-term consumption of overly sweet beverages lead to diabetes?
Dr. Li Zhiyao Reply:
Mr. Chen: Hello. I would like to inform you of the main risk factors for Type 2 diabetes as follows: 1. Family history of diabetes (parents, siblings with diabetes) 2. Age over 45 years 3. Overweight (Body Mass Index ≥ 24 kg/m²) 4. Lack of physical activity 5. Ethnicity (such as ...[Read More] Can Drinking Sugary Beverages Lead to Diabetes Beyond Genetics?
Understanding Metabolic Syndrome: Causes, Risks, and Weight Loss Benefits
What is metabolic syndrome? What is metabolic syndrome? Is it caused by a disease or is it a result of metabolic abnormalities? Is obesity related to this condition? Can weight loss improve it? Thank you!
Dr. Qiu Zhengbin Reply:
Hello: Metabolic syndrome refers to a cluster of metabolic abnormalities that result in elevated blood glucose, blood pressure, triglycerides, and abdominal obesity. It is primarily caused by poor lifestyle habits such as overeating and lack of physical activity, and it is closel...[Read More] Understanding Metabolic Syndrome: Causes, Risks, and Weight Loss Benefits
Managing High Blood Sugar and Cholesterol: What You Need to Know
I'm sorry, but I need more context to provide a translation. Could you please provide additional information or content? I went to the hospital for an examination and found that I have high blood sugar and high total cholesterol levels. The 24-hour urine test results are unk...
Dr. Qiu Zhengbin Reply:
Hello; you have undergone examinations at the hospital and found that you have high blood sugar and elevated total cholesterol levels, which may indicate the possibility of diabetes and dyslipidemia. The rapid weight gain may be related to the psychiatric medications you are taki...[Read More] Managing High Blood Sugar and Cholesterol: What You Need to Know
Managing High Triglycerides and Liver Health: A Guide for Families
Triglyceride issues I would like to ask about my mother, who is 57 years old. She has been experiencing high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and over the past six months, her liver enzymes have also been abnormal. However, blood tests have ruled out hepatitis. The doctor men...
Dr. Ke Zhengchang Reply:
Hello: High blood lipids can lead to fatty liver and abnormal liver function. Simply reducing the intake of sweets, avoiding alcohol, and minimizing fried foods, along with increasing physical activity and consuming more fish and fruits and vegetables, can lead to improvement. It...[Read More] Managing High Triglycerides and Liver Health: A Guide for Families
Interpreting Your Health Check Results: Cholesterol and Beyond
Interpretation of Physical Examination Results Over the years, my health check results show a total serum cholesterol level ranging from 210 to 248 mg/dL: High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) at 51 mg/dL; Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) at 174 mg/dL; and Triglycerides at 115 mg/dL. My to...
Dr. Sun Yizhen Reply:
Your cholesterol levels have shown significant improvement, congratulations! Other values that are outside the normal range should be interpreted in conjunction with your overall health status; relying solely on a few laboratory results is insufficient for a definitive conclusion...[Read More] Interpreting Your Health Check Results: Cholesterol and Beyond
Managing High Triglycerides: Best Medications and Foods to Consider
Elevated triglycerides? What medications and foods are recommended for managing elevated triglyceride levels?
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
If blood lipid levels are elevated, dietary control should be prioritized before considering medication. This is because medications may have side effects, and self-medicating is not recommended. It is best to have blood tests conducted at a hospital and receive treatment prescri...[Read More] Managing High Triglycerides: Best Medications and Foods to Consider
Managing Anemia and Cholesterol: Do I Need to Take My Medications?
Please help me with my medication concerns! Thank you? Hello Doctor: I am a housewife and I rarely exercise! I often feel dizzy. Last July and August, I went to a public hospital for an examination, and the doctor prescribed me an iron supplement for anemia, which is Cyanocobalam...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Hello Tina: Your cholesterol and uric acid levels are slightly elevated. You can manage this through dietary control and may not necessarily need medication.[Read More] Managing Anemia and Cholesterol: Do I Need to Take My Medications?
Understanding Pure Hypertriglyceridemia: Symptoms and Health Implications
What is pure hypertriglyceridemia? What is pure hypertriglyceridemia? My triglyceride level is 1498, and my cholesterol is normal. Can I apply for a major illness card?
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Hello, Huanhen: If triglycerides are high and cholesterol levels are normal, it is classified as pure hypertriglyceridemia. If the triglyceride level is 1498, you cannot apply for a major illness card.[Read More] Understanding Pure Hypertriglyceridemia: Symptoms and Health Implications
Understanding Triglycerides: The Impact of Sashimi and Lifestyle Choices
Sashimi and triglycerides Dear Dr. Chen, Two weeks ago, I measured my triglyceride level at 280, with both liver enzyme levels around 45, and my vascular stiffness index at 6. I usually eat out, often stay up late, and smoke (about a pack a day), but I exercise at least three ti...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Hello Ruiheng: A balanced diet is very important, and it is best to quit smoking. This is Dr. Chen Qingbin from the Internal Medicine Department of Hualien Hospital. Although you exercise three times a week, staying up late is detrimental to your liver, smoking is harmful to your...[Read More] Understanding Triglycerides: The Impact of Sashimi and Lifestyle Choices
Understanding High Triglycerides: Causes and Health Implications
Triglycerides Hello Dr. Wang, I would like to ask you about my recent health check-up report. It shows that my triglyceride level is 226, which indicates that it is elevated (the normal range is 30-200 mg/dL). I am concerned if there might be an issue with my body. Could you pl...
Dr. Wang Fangli Reply:
Hello, Xiao Fen: Triglycerides are the same as neutral fats. The primary source of triglycerides is carbohydrates. Therefore, if you have eaten a large meal or have been overeating, consuming sweets, being overweight, or not exercising in the days leading up to a blood test, it i...[Read More] Understanding High Triglycerides: Causes and Health Implications
Understanding High Uric Acid Levels: Health Impacts and Dietary Solutions
Hyperuricemia The blood test results indicate a total cholesterol level of 201, triglycerides at 69, blood urea nitrogen at 11.4, creatinine at 0.9, and uric acid at 7.5. Elevated uric acid levels can lead to health issues such as gout, which is characterized by painful joint inf...
Dr. Yang Hongzhi Reply:
Hyperuricemia can lead to gout, but the likelihood of a gout attack due to mild elevations in uric acid is low. Avoiding high-purine foods can help lower uric acid levels in the blood. High-purine foods include organ meats, seafood, legumes, and meat gravies.[Read More] Understanding High Uric Acid Levels: Health Impacts and Dietary Solutions
Feeling Tired After Sleep: Possible Causes and Solutions
Waking up feeling unrested? I have recently been feeling like I haven't had enough sleep after getting out of bed in the morning, and I feel a bit dizzy. I don't have trouble falling asleep at night, but sometimes I wake up around 1 or 2 AM and then go back to sleep. In...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Your total cholesterol is elevated, so you should pay attention to your diet and avoid excessive fats. It's important to engage in regular exercise. You are experiencing sleep disturbances, and it would be best to consult a psychiatrist or a mental health specialist at a hos...[Read More] Feeling Tired After Sleep: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding High Total Cholesterol: Symptoms, Risks, and Solutions
Elevated total cholesterol? 1. Height: 176.5 cm 2. Weight: 77 kg 3. Body Mass Index (BMI): 24.7 4. Total Cholesterol: 238 mg/dL 5. Triglycerides: 116 mg/dL 6. Fasting Blood Glucose: 78 mg/dL 7. SGPT (ALT): 247 U/L 8. Blood Pressure: 124/77 mmHg a. What should be ...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
High cholesterol levels can easily lead to vascular sclerosis. Dietary control (low-fat diet) and regular exercise can help lower cholesterol. If there is a presence of diabetes or heart disease, cholesterol-lowering medication may be necessary.[Read More] Understanding High Total Cholesterol: Symptoms, Risks, and Solutions
Understanding Abnormal Urine and Blood Test Results: What You Need to Know
Examination report issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed that my urine has been yellow for a while and hasn't improved. Additionally, I've been experiencing lower back pain, so I thought there might be an issue with my kidneys. I went to a laboratory to have my urin...
Dr. Yang Jun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, I will address only the issues related to uric acid and blood lipids. A complete answer regarding other data requires a visit to an internist to review all reports (blood and urine). Elevated uric acid levels are a precursor to gout, and if it...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Urine and Blood Test Results: What You Need to Know
Managing High Cholesterol After Pregnancy: Essential Tips and Guidance
High cholesterol Hello Doctor: I am currently five months postpartum, 175 cm tall and weigh 82 kg. Due to discomfort (shortness of breath and palpitations), I underwent blood tests. The results showed that everything else is normal, but my total cholesterol is 354 mg/dL (the doct...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Your cholesterol levels are indeed too high. It is best to test again. If they remain high, you should focus on dietary control, increase physical activity, and lose weight, in addition to considering medication treatment.[Read More] Managing High Cholesterol After Pregnancy: Essential Tips and Guidance