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Complications

Is a-lipoic acid research continuing to indicate usefulness in treating diabetic neuropathy? At what dosage? Is it related to folic acid?

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Given that my daughter’s recent BUN and creatinine levels were higher than at diagnosis, I am concerned about future renal failure. Will these values change? Should I reduce protein in her diet?

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Where can I find someone to make special shoes for my uncle who has a hump on his foot? Can you send me information on complications?

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My nine year old daughter had an elevated microalbumin on a random urine. A week later, she had 24-hour microalbumin of 61, and her doctor wants to put her on a ACE inhibitor, but her blood pressure is not elevated. Will the medication make her hypotensive Should she have another 24-hour microalbumin to make sure the microalbumin excretion is constant?

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My grandmother, who has had type 2 for over 45 years, recently had a stroke and resumed using insulin. Despite higher dosages, she has been having very high blood sugars and unusual stroke-like behavior. Her doctors aren’t overly concerned. What should we be asking them to do?

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My eight year old son, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes three years ago, has an A1c of 6.9%, and his microalbumin was 2.4 mg/dl with a microalbumin/creatinine ratio of 39.0 mg/g which is high. His endocrinologist is going to check this again in about a month may. What does this mean for my son?

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After six years with diabetes, my 14 year old daughter has an A1c of 13.3. Can she still prevent complications if she gets control now? How can I get her to take better care of herself?

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I have had diabetes for three years. For three days, I have felt hot on my legs and hands. Why is this? Will diabetes affect my sexual life?

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My doctor has prescribed Altace for protein in my urine. I took the risk assessment and it says I’m not a candidate for this drug. Should I take it anyway or is there a better medication to take?

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Several maternal relatives have/had type 1 and I’ve had it for 21 years. since I don’t have complications yet, could I have some protective enzyme? If I marry someone who seems to have a genetic protection from diabetes, could any future children be protected from developing the disease?

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