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  • 13/09/2023

How quickly does HbA1c change?

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Dr. Dr Hema Pratima

Dr Hema Pratima

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  • MBBS
  • Fellowship in Diabetes Mellitus
  • 9+ Yrs
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The disadvantage of HbA1c is that it changes slowly. So any change you make to your diet, exercise or medication will take 6 weeks to show its effect, and the full impact of doing something different might not be visible for 2-3 months.

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