Hi . That is a good question. Every journey with type 2 diabetes is different, so that's hard to say. For people with A1Cs that are just barely above normal, complications might not develop for years. However, people who have lots of high blood sugar spikes that don't come down easily might develop complications much sooner. Have you been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? If so, are you unable to get treatment? Thinking of you. - Lori (Team Member)