Could my sudden sweet cravings and blackouts, along with a blood sugar reading of 81 one hour after eating Parle-G biscuits, mean I have diabetes or a blood sugar issue, given that I take Depin 5mg and Thyronorm 125mg and had a C-section due to preeclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy) in the past? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Could my sudden sweet cravings and blackouts, along with a blood sugar reading of 81 one hour after eating Parle-G biscuits, mean I have diabetes or a blood sugar issue, given that I take Depin 5mg and Thyronorm 125mg and had a C-section due to preeclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy) in the past?

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Could my sudden sweet cravings and blackouts, along with a blood sugar reading of 81 one hour after eating Parle-G biscuits, mean I have diabetes or a blood sugar issue, given that I take Depin 5mg and Thyronorm 125mg and had a C-section due to preeclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy) in the past?

Asked by Female, 35 · 9 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

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9 days ago

Your blood sugar reading of 81 mg/dL after eating is actually within a normal, non-diabetic range. However, blackouts are serious and need prompt medical evaluation. Since you take Depin (nifedipine) and Thyronorm (levothyroxine), these symptoms might be linked to blood pressure fluctuations or thyroid levels rather than diabetes. Given your history of preeclampsia, it is very important to have your cardiovascular health monitored. Please consult your doctor soon so they can check your blood pressure, run blood tests, and safely review your medications to ensure you are feeling your best.

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Could my sudden sweet cravings and blackouts, along with a blood sugar reading of 81 one hour after eating Parle-G biscuits, mean I have diabetes or a blood sugar issue, given that I take Depin 5mg and Thyronorm 125mg and had a C-section due to preeclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy) in the past?

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