How bad are my diabetes?

[Metasomatized Ijolite]

I had a Hemoglobin test 6 months ago and my level was 6.5. Normal is 4.0-6.0 I had another one last week and my Hemoglobin was down to 6.0. I don't know anything about the scale. Is shaving 0.5 off from my total considered a large improvement? My doctor's note on the report just said "sugar is better, continue current diet and physical activity". Obviously I'm better but I don't know to what degree I've improved.

 

[chris302001]

It's acceptable now. Keep doing what your doing and it will be even lower next time.

The HA1c test takes 3 nearly months to show any change, so while a 0.5 change in 6 months doesnt seem like a lot, its probably average I'd say for patients who actually do the lifestyle modification.

 

[nickb86]

if a hemoglobin test is the same as a HBA1c test your suger levels and diabetic treatment is PERFECT. most people dont get their average below a 7 or a 7.5 what your doing is amazing compared to 99.9% of the diabetic populance. Believe me if its the same test you are the most perfect diabetic alive lol

 

[shirlene29]

where did this alter screen name go to anyway (this was a legit alter)