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My son-in-law’s mother is in the hospital and they have performed several amputations on her leg and want to do more, due to her diabetes. Is this “piece-at-a-time” method of surgery a normal treatment? Why couldn’t they take off a significant portion so they wouldn’t have to do several consecutive surgeries?

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After 20 years with type 1 diabetes, I have proliferative retinopathy in both eyes. I need a laser treatment to repair a small leak. Does the laser destroy all the new growth and will it come back?

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My 79 year old step-dad, who has been on hemodialysis for almost three years, has been told that he is not allowed to have minerals, especially potassium and magnesium. Although, I understand that certain restrictions are needed in his diet, I don’t understand why he is not allowed to take in any minerals. I have been taught are essential for good health and well-being. I would appreciate any information you can offer.

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My husband has had diabetes for almost 43 years and has a high serum creatine level. Is he going into kidney failure? When should he start dialysis?

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I have had type 1 diabetes for 14 years, I check my blood sugars about four to five times per day now, and my A1cs have been pretty good. I am runner and keep in pretty good shape. Recently however, I have been getting a tingling feeling in my fingertips. Any suggestions?

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My teen niece has a distended stomach and gets dehydrated. Is this common for someone with diabetes?

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At my recent doctor’s visit, I was told I have mild hypertension and a high level of protein in my urine (based on one sample taken in the clinic), so the doctor prescribed an ACE inhibitor. Should I demand a 24-hour urine test or other tests? Does the menstrual cycle affect protein amounts?

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A friend who has just been suspected of having type 2 diabetes has been experiencing tremendous “brain fog” as she calls it. Can this be an effect of the diabetes? Should she be looking at something else as wrong?

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My 15 year old friend doesn’t take his diabetes seriously. He drinks and I am afraid for him. What should I do?

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After several treatments, the ulcer on my husband’s toe is almost gone, but the toe still appears swollen and deformed. Is this likely to be its new normal appearance?

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