New member of the club here.

[GoodRaisin]

Just had my 6 month check up and bloodwork and my PCP called to inform me I have diabetes. Said my A1C is 7 and starting me on Metformin tomorrow. So, hi folks, I’m joining by default, and just wanted to introduce myself to the group.

[yourout]

1. They said you have diabetes with an A1C of seven?

I can believe prediabetes but I find that unusual to be classified as diabetic with an A1C of seven and no medications.

[GoodRaisin]

2. Yup.

[yourout]

6. I joined the club about a decade ago and

For me it's always up and down as far as my willpower and currently they have me on metformin and Rybulsis.

I tend to do a lot better in the summer when the outdoor activity levels are much higher.
The winter and particularly the holidays really suck trying to keep a handle on it.

[William769]

3. A1C levels between 5.7% and 6.4% indicate prediabetes.

my AiC has been as high as 12.5% with a glucose level of 1400 (that put me in the ICU in a diabetic coma). When I finally got out of the hospital my Endocronologist ordered me a CGM (continuous glucose monitor). I now have my diabetes under control with a A1C 6.2%.

I cannot take Metformin because I have stage 3 kidney diease. I take long acting & short acting insulin to control my diabetes.

I am by no means an expert but have lived with diabetes for 14 years.

[Walleye]

4. I have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes before. I'm getting bloodwork this morning and I am worried

[William769]

7. Try not to worry.

Whatever the outcome do what the Doctor says & take any diabetic classes your medical community offers.

[MOMFUDSKI]

5. You are going to be OK. I've been diabetic

for 26 years. With CKD I can’t take Metformin. I inject Novolog with meals. Had 12 super lows using Lantus long-acting insulin so got off that bus. A1C over 7. I do the best I can. You will too. Best wishes