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Complications

I have had acute diarrhea for a long time which seems to be periodic throughout the year. I take Imodium AD but still have terrible problems. Is this or can this be connected to my diabetes?

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After 38 years with diabetes, I have only mild neuropathy in my feet. I have A1cs in the 8 to 9% range, in part, because of a severe low a few years ago. Should I be more aggressive to lower my A1c?

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My boyfriend has had several amputations due to diabetic ulcers, and I read an article that said that topical oxygen therapy is effective in 90% of diabetic ulcers, but the doctor had never heard of it and was quite dismissive. I would be extremely grateful if someone could advise me where my boyfriend could have this treatment.

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My 17 month old baby boy was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes two months ago, his blood sugar levels are good, and he does not mind the injections too much. Can you tell me what problems he likely to encounter in the future as he has contracted it at a young age?

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I am a professional athlete who has had type 1 for 22 years. I recently had an elevated microalbumin level. What causes this? How does my exercise and diet affect the test?

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At what age do complications of diabetes start to occur?

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My four year old daughter’s honeymoon lasted only three months and the doctor found protein in her urine. He plans to check the urine again. Is it common to have protein in urine only three months after being diagnosed?

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I have gastroparesis, which causes me to vomit one or two hours after meals. Although I inject Humalog after eating, I still have lows from the vomiting. Should I consider a sliding scale for my insulin?

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I have Charcot and need surgery on my foot, but the foot doctor is not helping me get to the point where I can have the procedure. What should I do?

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Due to elevated microalbumin levels, I started taking Diovan. I now have a constant, dull stomach pain. Could this be a side effect of the Diovan? Do I need to follow a renal diet?

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