Prediabetes is a warning stage: glucose levels are above normal but below the diabetes range.
Most people have no clear symptoms, so testing matters.
The good news: with a realistic plan, many people reduce their risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes.
How to diagnose?
Common criteria:
- A1C: 5.7%–6.4%
- Fasting plasma glucose: 100–125 mg/dL (5.6–6.9 mmol/L)
- 2-hour OGTT: 140–199 mg/dL (7.8–11.0 mmol/L)
How to treat (prevention-focused)?
- Weight loss (if overweight): about 5–7% helps lower risk.
- Physical activity: at least 150 minutes/week (e.g., brisk walking).
- Nutrition: reduce sugary drinks, improve portion balance, build consistent routines.
- Medication (selected high-risk cases): clinicians may consider metformin.
FAQ:
Does prediabetes have symptoms? Often no.
Will it become diabetes? It can, but risk can be reduced with lifestyle change.
Which test is best? A1C and fasting glucose are common; OGTT may be used.
At Farhod Madad Shifo, we’ll explain your results clearly and create a practical, step-by-step prevention plan tailored to you.
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