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Hi sir, past I don't diabetics but now Iam tested glucose tolerance test and HbA1c .GTT gave pre diabetics and HbA1c is 8.which one is correct for entry stage and now Iam prediabe or diabetic. Doctor give medication Gemer 0.5 for 1 week only then after glycomet 250 2times per day.
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I think you repeat both tests gtt and Hb A1c again in a different laboatory
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see endocrinologist with fresh reports. can also do video consulting
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Dr. Suhas Khaire
Endocrinologist
16 yrs exp
Pune
Hello Hb1Ac reflects blood sugar control of last 6 to 8 weeks.. And your Hb1Ac 8 suggest u r definitely having diabetes.. U need to consult Endocrinologist for management of diabetes with lifestyle modifications, medicine for glucose control , diet and management of Co morbidity...
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Get FBS, PLBS tested and consult endocrinologist
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Diet and exercise
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Dr. Subhankar Datta
Diabetologist
13 yrs exp
Howrah
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Dr. Anirban Biswas
Diabetologist
24 yrs exp
Delhi
You are already on diabetic medication s.
Check your fasting and PP sugar for 5 days and consult online.
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