Hello Everyone,
I haven't posted here in a few years, I donated 13 years ago and my Sister, the recipient, is still doing wonderful.
I had my yearly physical last week and got some concerning news. My creatinine has creeped up to 1.45 and my fasting glucose is 99mg/dl, and they told me my A1c shows I have prediabetes.
My Dr. recommended some lifestyle changes, loose some weight, drink more water, eat more healthy by limiting unhealthy carbohydrates and sweets, and exercising 30 minutes/5 times a week.
I have gained about 20 pounds since I donated and I do have a terrible sweet tooth and I don't drink enough water, and I don't regularly exercise.
She also gave me a Nephrology referral to talk to a different Dr.
I'm absolutely terrified. A nurse did call me this morning and told me I am on the tipping point of the numbers and a lifestyle change would likely make a big difference in reversing the prediabetes.
I guess I don't have an actual question, I'm just scared and would like some advice.
Thank you so much.