Prediabetes and type 2 diabetes often cause no symptoms at first. A simple blood test can find high blood sugar early, when lifestyle changes and treatment can make the biggest difference. Urgent Care Center of Westmont, also known as Immediate Care Center of Westmont, offers blood glucose and hemoglobin A1C testing, a review of your risk factors and a clear explanation of your results.
If your numbers are high, we help you take the next step, which usually means ongoing care with a primary care doctor or specialist.
The CDC lists these common signs of diabetes:
Type 1 diabetes can develop quickly and may also cause nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. In children, new bed-wetting can be a sign. Because many people have no symptoms, talk with a provider about testing if you have risk factors such as a family history of diabetes or excess weight.
Depending on your situation, a provider may order:
A diagnosis is usually confirmed with repeat testing. MedlinePlus notes that A1C results may be less accurate with anemia, some blood disorders, kidney failure or liver disease, and the A1C is not used to diagnose diabetes in pregnancy. Your provider will explain what your numbers mean and suggest follow-up with your primary care doctor.
Very high blood sugar can lead to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), which needs emergency care. The CDC says to call 911 or go to the emergency room if you are vomiting and cannot keep food or drinks down, have trouble breathing, have fruity-smelling breath, or have blood sugar that stays at 300 mg/dL or higher. Also call 911 for chest pain or pressure, trouble breathing, signs of a stroke (face drooping, arm weakness, trouble speaking, sudden loss of balance or vision), severe bleeding, fainting or a seizure.
We provide diabetes screening for Westmont, IL and neighboring towns such as Clarendon Hills, IL, Willowbrook, IL, Oak Brook, IL, Woodridge, IL and La Grange, IL.
Walk in or check in online to save your spot. Both locations are open Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM to 5 PM: our main clinic at 29 N Cass Ave, Ste A, Westmont, IL 60559, and Immediate Care Center of Westmont Inside Jewel-Osco at 4 E Ogden Ave, Westmont, IL 60559.
Most major plans are accepted, including BCBS PPO and HMO plans, Medicare, Meridian, CountyCare and State of Illinois Benefit Plans. Plans change, so call (630) 324-6825 to check your coverage for diabetes screening. Details are on our insurance and cost page.
If you pay for yourself, our self-pay services page explains our flat, upfront prices. We are happy to go over costs with you first.
Not for an A1C or a random blood sugar. A fasting blood sugar needs an overnight fast. Ask us which test fits your needs before you come.
According to the CDC, that range suggests prediabetes. Lifestyle changes can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes.
Usually a result is confirmed with a repeat test unless the diagnosis is clear. Your provider will explain the plan.
Long-term diabetes care belongs with a primary care doctor. See our primary care and diabetes management pages, or we can help you plan follow-up.
Sources: CDC: Diabetes Testing, CDC: Diabetic Ketoacidosis, MedlinePlus: Hemoglobin A1C Test.
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