if im going to have a blood test to check for diabetes but have been unwell can i still have it?
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Tons of people have diabetes, and I bet you know some who do. The easiest way to test is to have a friend test your blood with their tester. This way, it will be quick, easy, and free, and they know all about diabetes and can advise you. Naturally, if you have diabetes, you’ll have to see a doctor to get prescriptions.
I would wait a few days. Infections can temporarily increase your blood sugar and you may have false positive if you check it when you’re sick
If you are feeling under the weather it is a great time to see your Dr. Blood tests can be a great source for finding hidden problems that my be causing your blood sugar to be high. They can see from your blood if there are underling problem’s that may be causing the higher blood sugar levels. I had my blood sugar tested 4 week’s ago & a very serious problem with my thyroid was detected. Just from a simple blood test. I had no idea that the thyroid helps control so many different body function’s – including blood sugar. So don’t be afraid, it is better to be informed! If your blood sugar is high the sooner you get it down to normal levels, the less damage will be done to your kidney’s & other important body organs. You will likely be getting a test that shows the Dr. what your sugar levels have been over the last 3 months so your cold should not affect that. So my advise would be – don’t put it off.