Can sugar levels change if you are sick?

38-year-old woman2 years ago

I tested negative for covid, but I have symptoms and my blood sugar has been high for 2-3 days Can it have an influence on blood sugar?

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Naji-tom Samaha · 2 years ago

Hello ma'am, thank you for your question!

Fighting an infection can indeed affect blood sugar levels. But this is usually temporary. You should also know that some over-the-counter medications can increase blood sugar levels too!

Please let me know if you need more information or have any other questions!

Tom Samaha, Pharmacist

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