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  • 40 Years
  • 20/03/2023

Does illness affect blood glucose levels?

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Dr. Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

General Practitioner

  • MBBS
  • 9+ Yrs
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Yes, illness, infections or stress can raise blood glucose levels. To cope up naturally the body releases more glucose into the bloodstream resulting in elevated blood sugar levels.

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