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Diagnosis and Symptoms

My doctor thinks I have MODY because of family history and negative antibodies. But, he says I will have to take insulin for life. What kind of diabetes do I have?

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My 22 month old has started drinking large amounts. The doctor found glucose, but no ketones in his urine and a blood test was negative. Could the test be wrong?

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My nephew, who is going through puberty, is having occasional high blood sugars, frequent urination, and thirst. Is he developing type 1? Should we consult an endocrinologist?

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Are the symptoms of type 1 diabetes continuous? Are they affected by menstruation? What is polyuria? What volume of urine constitutes polyuria?

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At the Emergency Room, my sister had a high blood sugar. Was it caused by her poor eating habit?

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At a recent check for chest pain, my son’s blood sugar was slightly elevated. What is a normal blood sugar for him? Should he have a GTT? He is a bit overweight.

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My six year old has had frequent hypoglycemic episodes. Recently, when hospitalized, he had ketones and reducing substances. Are these a sign of diabetes?

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I’ve had two OGTT’s with slightly elevated two hour blood sugars. I have had intermittent symptoms for over a year and have swings in blood sugars when I eat more calories. I also have ketones. How do I get proper care?

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I have been taking Synthroid for several years. Recently, I have what I think is impaired glucose tolerance. Are my thyroid problems causing high blood sugars? How can I slow my progression to diabetes?

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My son has been experiencing fatigue, headaches and nausea in the afternoons. Almost 13, could these symptoms be related to puberty?

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