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My son’s endocrinologist is suggesting we switch to Humalog instead of R (at least at bedtime), as this would leave his system quicker and reduce the risk of hypoglycemia during the night. I noticed, however, that Humalog is not recommended by the FDA for children under 12.

June 4, 1999
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Our 9-year-old son was diagnosed almost 2 years ago with Type 1. We are struggling with morning high blood glucose readings. My biggest concern is that he is scheduled to receive a pump in a few weeks, and we need to get this bedtime dosage figured out by then, don’t we?

June 3, 1999
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I am 48 years old and was diagnosed after my blood glucose went to 450. I was not diabetic before that. Am I diabetic?

June 3, 1999
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My daughter has had diabetes for 1 1/2 years. Her doctor just put her on 3 shots a day. Do you think this new method will make a difference? Her doctor thinks she is too young for a pump.

June 3, 1999
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After I eat sugar I get really hyper. Someone mentioned something about hyperglycemia. I was just wondering if I could have that or any other type of diabetes.

June 3, 1999
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I am recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. I am searching for diet information and carb and sugar counters.

June 3, 1999
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My daughter is 4 years and 9 months old and was diagnosed four days before she turned 3. For the past 7 months I have had great difficulty in keeping her suppertime blood glucose in the target range.

June 3, 1999
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I have a child that is 6 years old. I went to one doctor and they told me that his blood sugar was too high. She then referred me to another doctor, and she said that his sugar was too low.

June 3, 1999
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I am a 50 year old female diabetic. I was placed on 2 hyperglycemic oral mediations had the same effect each time. I developed severe nausea and vomiting resulting in dehydration. Do you have any suggestions about how to modify my diet to imrpove my blood sugar control?

June 3, 1999
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My grandson was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. His glucose count was 1044! For years I stressed to have him checked.

June 3, 1999
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