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Blood Tests and Insulin Injections

My husband and I saw the GlucoWatch in Diabetes Forecast, and we were interested in it for our daughter. Can the GlucoWatch be used for younger children? If not, why?

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Are there any recommended guidelines on stopping insulin pump therapy?I have been using a pump for five years, but am not happy with infusion site problems and higher A1cs.Is there anything I need to be aware of?

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Last summer, my daughter had infusion set and high blood sugar problems when she was on a swim team. How difficult would it be for her to switch to shots for the summer, then back to pumping in September?

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My sister is concerned that her daughter is sneaking candy and taking insulin for it. She is worried about an insulin overdose. Where can my sister and niece get counseling?

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My five year old has some of the symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Tested at home, her fasting blood sugars have been around 100 mg.dl [5.6 mmol/L]. Are her blood sugars considered high?

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When I used my pre-filled pen, blood leaked into the pen and mixed with the insulin. Is this normal? Will the insulin still work?

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My toddler, diagnosed with type 1 early this year, runs away crying when I try to do injections anywhere but her arms. Do you have any advice about how to get her to let me do shots elsewhere?

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What can you tell me about the new lancet that is supposed to be less intrusive on children’s fingers?

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My daughter used another child’s lancing device at school, a drum-like device, which she said she turned. Should I be concerned about blood contamination?

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My 10 year old son is uncomfortable with having his pants pulled down for a shot, but his butt is part of the rotation. Is there any way to make this easier for him?

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