Dr. E’s patient Harry has an excellent time in range over 90%, and his 30-day CGM report listed an estimated A1c of 6.8%. When Harry’s blood work came back from the lab, his A1c was 4.9%. Why the big discrepancy?
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Is lower always better when it comes to A1c? Maybe…but maybe not. Recommendations are changing, and there are lots of other factors to consider for your target range including age, hypoglycemia risk, life circumstances, and other health conditions you may have.
read more →Dr. E’s 84-year-old patient has had type 2 diabetes for 30 years and has been doing great on oral meds and basal insulin. At his last appointment though, his A1c was mysteriously high. How did Dr. E solve the problem?
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How do you know if you’re taking too much, too little, or the right amount of basal insulin? Endocrinologist Dr. Rita Lis explains the common concerns of overbasalization, and she shares suggestions on how to address it.
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Achieving blood glucose targets early in treatment creates a glycemic legacy of better health that extends well into the future. If you live with type 2 diabetes, here are three important tips on how to you can give yourself the gift of good health for years to come.
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