Patient's question:
These days, my boss said I'm not in good spirits, which has affected my work performance. Actually, I didn't mean to. I often can't sleep at night, sometimes feel anxious and uncomfortable. If it gets worse, I'm worried it will affect my health and work. Is a blood glucose level of 13 mmol/L indicative of diabetes?Doctor's answer:
As for the blood sugar level, it can already be diagnosed as diabetes. However, one test is not enough to make a conclusion. It is recommended to have a re-examination in the near future. If the blood sugar level remains higher than 7.7 mmol/L after fasting and higher than 11.1 mmol/L after a meal, then it can be diagnosed as diabetes.Recommendations:
1. Once diagnosed, non-medical treatment should be the first priority, with dietary control being particularly important. Sugar intake must be restricted, and high-sugar foods such as lotus root, taro, sweet potatoes, and potatoes should also be strictly controlled. Moderate amounts of fruits are acceptable, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and pomelos. There are many suggestions online about this, and you can search carefully for guidance on your future diet. The second step is exercise and weight loss. It is important to maintain regular exercise and a healthy weight to prevent fat from converting into glucose.
2. Medication treatment should be determined based on factors such as blood sugar levels, the presence of complications, the type of diabetes, the presence of complications, financial affordability, and the convenience of medication use.