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Fasting glucose between 125 and 140. after meals glucose is 120 to 115. 2 months ago my my a1c was 4.9 and fasting 91. am i diabetic ? could severe anxiety raise my fasting glucose. much stress lately

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Does not add up: The information you provided does not add up. How was blood glucose measured? If you used a glucometer, that is not appropriate for diagnosing diabetes. If your A1c value is correct, you are not diabetic. If you have any concerns, get your fasting blood glucose done at an accredited laboratory. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Answered 12/9/2017

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You may: be "pre-diabetic" the EARLIEST sign of Diabetes (TYPE 2) is an elevated fasting blood sugar. At this point the FIRST suggested treatment is lifestyle change (wt loss if obese and exercise plus a limited carbohydrate diet). There is a school of thought that EARLY HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENTS (Oral) may prevent the onset of symptomatic Diabetes. Speak with your Primary Care Provider. Hope this is helpful Dr

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