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In November my HbA1c was 47 , prediabetic I was told, but my GP was calm, saying steroids caused it and should go when you stop.... still, not ideal . On advice here on forum I reduced carbs ... not drastically but cut out most rice, potatoes, bread, pasta ....and this weeks blood test its 41. Whether mainly due to the carbs or also reduced pred I dont know, but I am very pleased! I was worrying theyd suggest medication ..... Thank you for good advice 😊

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piglette

Wow that is an enormous drop. You are no longer pre diabetic, but normal.

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Good news

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Charlie1boy

Well done!

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That is great - another success story! Well done!

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Pippah45

I did the same with cutting the carbs well done you.

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Groggrim

Hi, I'm really pleased for you 🙂. I had HbA1c, among other BTs, done on Thursday. I'll be interested to know the results as I haven't had once since I was prescribed Pred last August

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