How many symptoms do I need to have to confirm my diabetes?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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In most patients Diabetes does not show any symptoms or signs. So presence of zero or any symptom along with increased blood sugar levels confirm the diagnosis.

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Consult a Endocrinologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Is salad good for diabetics?

Most salads are good for diabetics unless it has ingredients which has more carbohydrates or fats. A diabetic salad is one that is low (or a least moderate) in carbohydrates and wonât cause a spike in your blood sugar.

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I've been drinking glucose water about three or four times a day, and I'm wondering if that's okay or if I should cut back. Could the increased sugar levels be harmful in any way? Are there any side effects to having glucose water more than once a day?

Unless there is an indictaion why to consume glucose water frequently,no need to take it in such manner,consume balanced diet and maintain healthy life style that would be enough

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What foods to avoid if you are prediabetic?

Fried foods, fatty red meat, sweets amd foods cointaining high fat and sugar content.

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