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After a recent episode of DKA, my nephew still has consistently high blood sugars. If he is eating properly and using the pump correctly, shouldn’t he be in better control by now? I am concerned about future complications.

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Is there any way to avoid taking insulin shots at meals? Are there low carbohydrate foods I could eat that would not require a shot? I had site infections with a pump, so I take Lantus and fast-acting insulin.

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The new endocrinologist I saw, through the military, wants me to take me off insulin. I was diagnosed with type 1 in 1998 and have episodes of severe pancreatitis. What can I do? I am afraid I will die if I stop taking insulin.

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When my son goes to all day kindergarten in September, who will be responsible for counting his carbohydrates at lunch? How will the nurse know how much insulin to give him if she doesn’t know exactly what he ate?

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I take Starlix for postprandial highs and have an A1c of 6.4. My doctor wants me to take Lantus to bring down my fasting blood sugars. Do you think this is necessary given my current A1c?

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Since a recent stomach bug, my six-year-old has needed less daytime insulin and has been complaining about his stomach hurting. What do you think this is?

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I exercise regularly and eat well, but am gaining weight rather than losing it. What else do you recommend for weight loss? What should my average daily dose of insulin be?

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My teen son’s meter and sensor indicated mostly in range numbers, but his A1c remains elevated. The clinic is confused and wants my son admitted to monitor his blood sugars. Have you heard of this before?

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My grandson’s infusion sets come off when he sweats. How can I prevent this? Where can I find a summer camp to accommodate him?

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Because her blood sugars are often in range, could our daughter have type 2, not type 1? How do we know if she is still producing insulin? Is it safe to stop insulin for 24 hours to see what her “natural” blood sugar is?

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