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What Does This A1C Value While On Prednisone Indicate?

I have been taking 20 mg or more daily of prednisone to control symptoms of RA while my rheumatologist and I try to figure out which drug will control the RA (Enbrel quit working). I just had an A1C test and the results were 6.7, which is higher than normal. I know that prednisone can raise blood sugars. Does the 6.7 reading necessarily mean I have diabetes?
Thu, 29 Dec 2016
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gofer Ra factor. you will get relief with steroid but will develop steroid dependency and many side effects. can try nasids. with tapering of steroid.it will aggravate dibetes.consult doctor and adjust your medication and diet accordingly.
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What Does This A1C Value While On Prednisone Indicate?

gofer Ra factor. you will get relief with steroid but will develop steroid dependency and many side effects. can try nasids. with tapering of steroid.it will aggravate dibetes.consult doctor and adjust your medication and diet accordingly.