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My mom is diabetic and was given steroids and now her sugar is above 600 besides insulin is there anything she can eat or take to counteract the stero?

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She needs help now: Some one with 600 blood sugar . Needs urgent medical help call her doctor now or take to er , it is unlikely she could be treated with out Insulin , currently is a medical emergency , need professional help to prevent complications.

Answered 6/25/2014

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