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Diagnosis and Symptoms

My toddler had an elevated random blood sugar. Since my siblings and I have type 1, I am concerned my daughter is at risk. Should I press for testing?

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Because of some accidents, I checked my son’s blood sugars. Some seemed a bit elevated, but laboratory work showed small ketones, normal blood glucose. Should I take him to an endocrinologist?

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Based on her symptoms, could my daughter have diabetes? Is there such a thing as a false negative if tested for diabetes as a child?

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Is my low testosterone level the reason I have been diagnosed with type 2?

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I have had type 1 for 21 years. My son is close to a diagnosis of “prediabetes.” What do you suggest we do to keep the disease from progressing?

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Following an illness, my daughter’s blood sugar has been variable at home. She tested negative for antibodies. What could be causing her erratic blood sugars?

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My 12-year-old daughter has had elevated blood sugars. The doctor believes she may have diabetes. Is there anything we can do to prevent her diagnosis? I am currently giving her a low carbohydrate diet and checking her blood sugar four times a day

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After unusual consumption of water, I took my daughter to the doctor. Her urine was positive for glucose, but her A1c was fine. She is scheduled to be re-checked in June. Should I be concerned or just wait until then?

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My five year old son had some tests done to rule out diabetes. There is adult diabetes on both sides of the family. The doctors are saying that my son might have MODY, and I’m very confused with all of this.

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My five month old son has excessive weight gain. He weighs 25 pounds, but was seven pounds nine ounces birth. He can be shaky and tired a lot and have saturated diapers. A few people have asked me if he was checked for diabetes, which he wasn’t. Should I get him checked?

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