- female
- 52 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm a bit concerned about my mom who is 52. Her name is Gayatri Singh. She has blood pressure but isn't diabetic. The doctor said her blood pressure is normal, but when we did a fasting sugar test at home, it was 162. What does this mean? Could it be that she might have diabetes? I would really appreciate some guidance on this.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
A fasting blood sugar level of 162 mgdL is higher than the normal range (70-99 mgdL) and indicates impaired fasting glucose, a precursor to diabetes; given your mother's age, blood pressure history, and non-diabetic status, it's essential to consult her doctor for further evaluation, including a confirmatory fasting blood sugar test, oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT), or HbA1c test, to determine if she has developed diabetes or prediabetes, and to discuss lifestyle modifications and potential medication to manage her blood sugar levels
Dr. Anshul Suggests...
Consult a Endocrinologist
Answered 04/07/2025
0
0
More Endocrinology Health Queries
View allWhat happens if you inject insulin into a non-diabetic?
In non-diabetics,it can lead to hypoglycemic coma which can have varied outcome from complete reversal to death.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Are pineapples good for diabetes type 2?
Pineapple may offer amazing health benefits but it is not a good choice for diabetics. Pineapple is a medium GI fruit. Foods with low GI (glycemic index) are considered best for diabetics. Carbs can also contribute to high blood sugar
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Can I lose weight with hypothyroidism?
People with hypothyroidism mostly have low metabolism and they may take more time & efforts to loose weight but one can follow proper diet and exersice regularly to loose weight.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Health Articles for you
View all
Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.