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I am taking medication for my sugar diabetes but the last 3 weeks its been running about 250 what else can i do to lower it?

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Diet and exercise : Diet and regular exercise are important parts of diabetes management. But you should contact your doctor to make sure your medicines are still working for you.

Answered 9/29/2016

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