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Have Diabetic History. On Metformin, Glitazone, Telmesartan. My Fasting Shows 150. Problem?

I am 62 year old male. i have diabetic history from last 12 years. i am taking drugs such as metformin, glitazone, telmesartan and other drugs as per my present doctor prescription. Problem is that my all reports are normal but my fasting is approx 150 from last 3 year. Is this alarming condition..? Please consult me.....
Thu, 11 Jul 2013
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi--the more important number is you hemoglobin A1C level which should be checked every three months. It shows you average blood glucose over that period and ideally it should be 6 or less to indicate tight control of your diabetes. 150 fasting is still high but not alarmingly so.
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General & Family Physician,  Dr. Lohit K's  Response
Hi, Thanks for using HCM.

Since you are 62 and your all blood sugar normal but FBS is around 150 continuously for last 3 years, this is not alarming. Strict blood sugar monitoring is not recommended in elderly. Let me know all drugs you are taking.
High fasting sugar suggests overnight sugar level. This can be optimized by using right drug, right dose, right time and right food and exercise. Keep looking for your HbA1c, Lipid profile, renal and liver function test, retinoscopy, foot care and peripheral nerve problem.
Consult your doctor for examination and management.
Hope I answered your question.

Feel free to ask me if you have any further queries. Wish you good health. Take care.

Regards
Dr. Lohit
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Have Diabetic History. On Metformin, Glitazone, Telmesartan. My Fasting Shows 150. Problem?

Hi--the more important number is you hemoglobin A1C level which should be checked every three months. It shows you average blood glucose over that period and ideally it should be 6 or less to indicate tight control of your diabetes. 150 fasting is still high but not alarmingly so.