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Complications

Is it normal for a man to have difficulty with his erection when his blood sugar is fluctuating, even if it isn’t too low or too high?

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I’ve had diabetes for 32 years, mild kidney disease, with the same creatinine level, for six years. Will I remain at this low level? Or, will my kidney disease worsen, even if I maintain good control of my diabetes.

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After several years of poor control and high blood sugars, I am in better control, but have shooting, burning pain, mainly in my back and shoulders. Is this neuropathy? Is the increased pain with higher blood sugars normal?

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For the past few years, I have been on an ACE inhibitor due to microalbuminuria. Although my A1c has come down, my microalbumin level has gone up a bit. What does this mean? Do I have permanent kidney damage?

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Can persistent elevated glucose levels be harmful directly without elevated lipids and other tests?

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Since my teen daughter doesn’t take care of her diabetes, she had protein in her urine. Is it true that improved control could reverse or minimize any possible damage?

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I am on pain medications for an ulcer on my foot. I was told to endure the pain or have my leg amputated. If I choose the latter, I may die in three years. How can I prolong the life of my leg, my life?

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Is there proof that diabetic neuropathy is developed due to persisting hyperglycemia for prolonged time? Can someone with type 2 develop neuropathy after having hypoglycemia caused by improper medication?

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Diagnosed about six years ago with type 1, my son has always been antibody negative. His A1cs have gone up to a recent 9.2. Could we use his brother’s cord blood to reverse his diabetes? Should the doctor pursue testing for MODY or such?

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My 62 year old father-in-law had a stroke which has affected his facial nerve. He has not been able to open his eyes for the last 10 days. Is this curable? What is the recommended course of treatment and the duration?

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