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I had some bloodwork done because of my psoriasis and my glucose was 460 . i ate before i got my bloodwork. is that the reason. if not what should i d?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

You are diabetic: That value is high even if you ate before it was collected. You are likely diabetic but repeat the glucose in a fasting state and also have a hemoglobin a1c done.

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 4/22/2014

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Dr. Andrea Brand answered

See a doctor: Blood sugar of 460 is very high, and you need to see a doctor. Diabetes is highly likely, and you need treatment.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 4/22/2014

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A member asked:

I had some bloodwork done because of my psoriasis and my glucose was 460 . i ate before i got my bloodwork. is that the reason. if not what should i d?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr Husar agreed

Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Dr Ferguson agreed

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