Question 1

can you eat kielbasa if you are diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: It's really the total amount of calories that are important, particularly if you need to lose weight through diet and exercise. It's 3500 calories to gain or lose a pound. It's the amount of food you eat, not the specific food.

Question 2

is there a way to tell if you are diabetic without tests?

Accepted Answer

No: Although some symptoms are helpful at making the diagnosis-it would be pretty hard to be sure without lab testing like a fasting and after-meal blood sugar test as well as another one called hb1ac.

Question 3

what is the best test bloodwork wise to have done to find out if you have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor: Can do a finger prick and check your blood sugar in the office.If abnormal may order fasting blood sugar or postprandial test along with other labs as indicated. If you have symptoms increase thirst, hunger and frequent urination and nocturia, do schedule an appointment with your physician.

Question 4

what are the risks of using meth if you are diabetic?

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SKY HIGH: Are you inquiring about yourself or another?
Diabetes is already a difficult problem with potential for eye, kidney, and nerve complications.   Meth is a poison, and even in those folks who are otherwise healthy, can literally destroy health and life span.   In short, for those who are contemplating self-destruction, meth will provide disaster.  Stay safe, and get help asap.

Question 5

how do you know for sure if you are diabetic? what blood test do you need?

Accepted Answer

Various methods: There are various criteria including fasting glucose: random glucose, post meal glucose, hba1c that looks at prior 3 mos of glucose. The fasting glucose is the oldest and most established diagnostic tool. Fasting over 104 is abnormal. Post meal should be 130 or less. Glucose of 200 or above at any time is probably diabetes. See diabetes.Org.

Question 6

could you tell me what happens if your blood sugar reaches zero if you are diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Good-bye: You are dead. However, that virtually never happens except with a massive overdose of insulin.

Question 7

is it a problem to get a boob job if you are diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Maybe, maybe not...: Risks of infection are higher in diabetics, but to decide the risks vs benefits, i would have the physician who manages your diabetes discuss the proposed operation in detail with your plastic surgeon. The magnitude of the increased risk will depend on a number of factors: your weight and the adequacy of your glucose control are just a few. 

Good luck!

Question 8

does being hepatitis affect glucose levels if you are diabetic?

Accepted Answer

No: No. Not unless you have advanced liver disease.

Question 9

i'm just wondering, if you are diabetic, how can you tell when your blood sugar levels are low?

Accepted Answer

By checking: With your glucose monitor. Do not trust symptoms, as they are unreliable. Always check your blood sugar if you have any questions or concerns!

Question 10

what ways are there to increase foot circulation if you are diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic circulation: Yes there are. A diabetic can be referred to a vascular surgeon for an evaluation. There are several tests that we use to determine the type and level of blockages in the lower extremity. Once this testing is completed, the vascular surgeon can discuss the timing and need for the procedure with the patient.

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