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Do I need testing?

Discussion in 'Type 2 Diabetes' started by ChloeT, May 14, 2020.

  1. ChloeT

    ChloeT · Newbie

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    I get regular allergic reactions as allergic to multiple foods. I did a subject data request to the ambulance service and I found that my glucose levels are 8.2 this is at 23:00pm when my last meal was at 18:00. Most of the ambulance reports give reading all above 7.2
    Is this normal ? I’m not diagnosed with any blood sugar conditions.
     
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    #1 ChloeT, May 14, 2020 at 8:17 PM
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    Rachox Type 2 (in remission!) · Moderator
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    Hi @ChloeT and welcome to the forum. Unfortunately we can’t diagnose on the forum, I can only suggest you consult your GP if you are worried. Let us know how you get on.
     
    #2 Rachox, May 14, 2020 at 8:25 PM
  3. ChloeT

    ChloeT · Newbie

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    There is no way i am going anywhere near any doctors surgery with this virus.
     
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    #3 ChloeT, May 14, 2020 at 8:26 PM
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    Rachox Type 2 (in remission!) · Moderator
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    Telephone appt maybe?
     
    #4 Rachox, May 14, 2020 at 8:45 PM
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    JoKalsbeek Type 2 (in remission!) · Well-Known Member

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    If the UK's doing things the same way as the Dutch are, suspected Covid-19 patients aren't allowed in the practice. It's one of the few places where you're not likely to get it.

    Just something to take into consideration. Hope you'll have answers soon, one way or another.
     
    #5 JoKalsbeek, May 15, 2020 at 6:41 AM
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    Hi Jokalsbeek it’s basically if u got symptoms isolate like me I have a blood test next week if I feel any symptoms tell them and don’t go
     
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    #6 Slaine2k, May 15, 2020 at 7:02 AM
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    Unless it’s an emergency no appointment allowed
     
    #7 ChloeT, May 17, 2020 at 10:07 AM
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    If there are allergic reactions and ambulances involved, I wouldn't be surprised if your blood sugar readings were going up because of stress. The numbers you posted are perhaps a bit high, but not scarily so. If going to the doctor is not an option, I suppose you could lower your carbs for now, and then get tested when the opportunity arises.
     
    #8 Geordie_P, May 17, 2020 at 10:19 AM
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