is a glucose level of 105 bad
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Community Answer
Answered by Dr. Emily Carter, MD
A glucose level of 105 mg/dL can be interpreted as follows:
- Fasting Blood Sugar: If this is a fasting blood sugar level (measured after not eating for at least 8 hours), it is slightly above the normal range (70-99 mg/dL) and may indicate prediabetes. However, it is not considered high enough for a diabetes diagnosis.
- Non-Fasting Blood Sugar: If this is a random blood sugar level, it is within the normal range (less than 140 mg/dL).
What to Do:
- If this is a fasting level, consult your doctor for further evaluation, such as an A1C test or oral glucose tolerance test.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly and consider lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise to maintain optimal levels.
Note: Individual health conditions and risk factors may influence what is considered normal for you.