Patient's question:
Previously, when I had a thorough check-up at the hospital for fasting blood glucose, the result was 10.23. I haven't experienced the typical symptoms of diabetes, such as excessive thirst, hunger, and frequent urination. How many types of diabetes are there? Does my current condition qualify as diabetes, and if so, which two categories would it fall into?Doctor's answer:
Generally, if fasting blood glucose is below 6.1, it indicates diabetes. Usually, it should not exceed 7, and medication is not necessary; dietary control is sufficient. Only when it is below 7 can oral hypoglycemic medication be taken. Diabetes often leads to symptoms such as excessive thirst, frequent urination, increased appetite, and weight loss. Your blood glucose is already very high, so it is recommended that you visit a hospital for a check-up and then take oral hypoglycemic medication. Diabetes is generally divided into two types.