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My a1c was 5.4 one year ago what are the chances of me being diabetic that quick if i havent check since then?

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Dr. Vahe Yetimyan answered

See details: It can happen if does not follow diabetic diet an stop exercise. Get retested to make sure.

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Answered 9/4/2018

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