Robin, I'm glad you're calling your doctor. When I was diagnosed in February, my A1C was the same as yours. My doc put me on Metformin right then. My levels have come down quite a bit since, then (see my signature for my last A1C).
I walk between 20-30 minutes a day, more if I feel like it. I hate to walk. I hate exercising, but I do it. Let me give you an example why. When I checked my BG (blood glucose) before I went walking last night, it was 110. When I got home, it was 83. True example. That's how much exercise can help you. My hubby and I walk up to the church at the corner and walk around their parking lot. If you just start out at 15 minutes and add 5 minutes every two weeks, you'll see a big difference.
Keep taking care of yourself and keep asking questions!
