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A member asked:

I have dm2 and yes he was having symptoms of low levels so i had him checking with my machine. ?

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No! No! No!: Please do not share a blood glucose meter - you are both likely to get confused. He needs to see his doctor to evaluate whether or not he has blood sugar issues. Glucose meters are not expensive and many doctors have a supply they can give him without cost for the meter.

Answered 1/8/2015

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