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Dr. David Classen linked Hepatitis B Vaccine to the onset of type 1 diabetes. My son at 12 years old was given his last hepatitis B shot. Four months later he was diagnosed. Have you heard of this?

October 19, 1999
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I weigh 260 and was diagnosed several months ago with Type�2. I am on Amaryl for the diabetes, and Maxzide which I am told that can raise the number in the morning. I can’t seem to stick to the diet. What do I do? I am so depressed over this thing.

October 19, 1999
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I am presently counseling a 14 year old who has type 1 diabetes and is using drugs and alcohol. I am in need of information on the physical effects of drug and alcohol use on individuals with type 1 diabetes.

October 19, 1999
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Are there any other types of glucose log/dairies available other than the ones issued by the manufactures or the drug companies?

October 19, 1999
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I am 15 and have had diabetes for two years. For the first year my diabetes control was not at all bad but for the last year it has been literally terrible and I am very worried about kidney disease. Is there any chance I could get this disease already at my age?

October 19, 1999
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Our son, age 11, was diagnosed Type 1 one week ago. We are trying to plan a backpack-camping trip. Do you have any tips or recommendations?

October 19, 1999
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Our 15 month old son often wakes up in a “terrible mood” with constant screaming, he throws himself on the ground and won’t walk. My wife has type 1 diabetes, so during on of his fits, we tested his blood sugar. He was 43.

October 19, 1999
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What are acceptable daily grams of sugar and carbohydrates for a 58 year old female with blood test count of 131? My doctor said I should start watching my diet before I become diabetic.

October 19, 1999
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My 15 year old son was diagnosed about 8 months ago. We have wondering if eating fruit alone for a snack, e.g., grapes or mangoes, can cause a big spike in his blood sugars.

October 17, 1999
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I come from a family with a history of type 2 diabetes (uncle, dad, aunt). I’m 21 years old. I just had my blood sugar checked and it showed 160. I just want to ask if my blood sugar is alright.

October 17, 1999
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