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Im 5"4, 38 yr old female and weight 131 pounds, im a type 2 diabetic and developed it gestationaly, my son is now 9, am i over weight doc said yes?

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Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No : No -- you are not overweight, keep a good diet rich in fresh vegetables and fruits and exercise regularly.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/18/2013

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