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Went to gp complaining of repeated colds and been given a fasting blood glucose test? is that even relevant?
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Diabetes: Yes, if you have pre-diabetes or diabetes your immune function is weakened. There must be something the doctor is concerned about beyond just a simple cold.
Answered 8/9/2013
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