Is glucose intolerance a sympton of diabetes?

Question

I had a glucose tolerance test checking for hypoglycemia. A nurse practiciotner told me I have glucose intorlerance. She then asked, "You get sick only when you eat sugar, right?" I explained I get sick if I don't eat a meal. She would not offer any more suggestions.

Answer 1

Yes, it could be an indicator of diabetes or pre-diabetes.

Definitely follow-up.

Answer 2

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Answer 4

I've had the same test, my sugar level dropped, i was diagnosed with reactive hypoglycemia, very manageable normally. But if not treated properly, can lead to diabetes, type 2 i believe. If your blood sugar stays high after eating sugar, not producing enough insulin, that is likely to insinuate possible diabetes..but I'm not an MD. i am surprised this nurse did not give more feedback, i would call the doctor's office with a written list of questions/concerns, ask for guidance, sometimes it is easier to write questions down first, so you don't forget anything. if she suspected diabetes though, i would think she would discuss further tests, that's unusual in my opinion, don't let it go. alot of people can react to sugar levels being too high or low due to diet problems..does not always mean you are diabetic, but consistancy is key. good luck!

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Hi,

I'm a Type II diabetic, and am hypoglycemic (low blood sugar) and not hyperglycemic (high blood sugar). I have the same problem when I don't eat. I get a little nausea and get the shakes, etc. You can get glucose tablets a Walmart or any other drug store to take whan you get that way. Usually, eating 1 or 2 tablets rectifies the immediate problem.

I think you need to get to your doctor and sit down with him/her and discuss this. Please don't try to diagnose yourself simply with peoples opinions here on the web.

My Dr. put me through some diabetes classes here at a local hospital and that really helped my comprehension about the disease.

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Good luck.

Answer 7

Glucose intolerance is a precursor to diabetes. You said you get sick if you don't eat -- that's a symptom of hypoglycemia, which is a precursor to diabetes. Talk to your doctor and be prepared to cut WAY back on sugar.

Answer 8

The blood glucose level is regulated by insulin, a hormone made in the islet cells in the pancreas. Insulin enables the body's cells to absorb and use glucose.

Without sufficient levels of insulin, glucose from the blood in not able to enter the body’s cells, and it therefore cannot be used as a fuel to support their continued function.

Diabetes occurs when there is too much glucose in the blood. Or, to be more precise, diabetes occurs when the body is unable to regulate the level of glucose in the blood, resulting in too much glucose being present.

Answer 9

It can be a sign, but there are many more tests that need to ran before you can be diagnosed with diabetes. I would try to modify your diet, seek help from a registered dietitian to reduce or totally eliminate sugars and increase your protein and fiber intake.

Answer 10

It is a symptom of pre-diabetes. It is a wake up call to monitor your diet and exercise and do all you can to avoid diabetes. If that means taking medications to avoid the disease-do it.