Yesterday I went into the Doctor's office and went through the usual stuff you have in a physical exam. I had all of my lab work done in July.
Somewhere in his mind he had me down as a diabetic. He thought that I was taking medicine for the condition. I am not. So when the test showed that I wss mildly hypoglycemic his first thought was to lower my diabetic treatment. Surprise surprise, I am not taking any such medication. I am controlling it with exercise and diet. He then told me to be aware of the conditions of hypoglycemia and that I should consider carrying a starbrite candy or two with me in the car so that I can get the sugar into my blood as fast as I would need it.
EKG was normal. The cholesterol was great he would like me to get a little lower with the LDLs.. they came in at 74. The recoommendation is below 70.. simply because it will take out old plaque at that level.
He thinks my toes need to be tested for dreaded diseases.
He said my weight has been within 6 pounds for the last 10 years so he says don't stop your walking.. because that would effect this. The walking is mostly helping the blood chemistry.
So overall a very good exam.
: ) Pat
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very good exam, 'trick!
I am looking forward to hearing what he finds in your toenails!
I have an appointment to check out a new gym on Monday. You know how I love a swim!
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