Cut carbs ,sugar and lower calorie intake. Also exercise regularly whether by walking briskly for 2 miles every other day or treadmill etc. My medication works for a while but eventually i have to have more or a different kind. Most likely you will be started on metformin. It is possible to come off meds if you are extremely dedicated and have great self control. My mom was type 2 for 25 years and on meds. She has been off all meds for over 3 years now and a1c in the 6.5 range. Without diet modification and exercise meds will not keep being effective over the long run. Diabetes can cause all kinds of issues with nerves and your nervous system. Dont play with it and take it seriously. My feet are semi numb from it now. Nerve damage is permanent
