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Diagnosis and Symptoms

My son had no symptoms of diabetes, but eight weeks ago, on the basis of some lab test, he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Now the endocrinologist has mentioned MODY. Can you help me ask the right questions of my son’s doctor? Can you give me more information or your opinion?

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My son woke up this morning disoriented, weak, and limp. I rushed him to the doctor who ran tests. His blood sugar was low, and his ketone level were high. The doctor told me not to worry and to make sure he eats several times a day. He said he didn’t need to see him again, but I am concerned. What if this happens again, and he has a seizure? How can I be sure he will grow out of this?

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I have had type 2 diabetes for a lot of years, and my four year old daughter had a blood sugar of 138 mg/dl [7.7 mmol/L] The doctor said this was a little high, but not too many children her age have this type of diabetes. Do I need to be concerned about my daughter’s blood sugar level being this high? Should I insist on more testing?

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My daughter has ketones in her urine frequently which go away after she eats. I find that lemonade helps. What is going on?

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My 16 year old son has all of a sudden been having headaches and high blood pressure. He has gained about eight pounds in the past two years, he eats all the time, and he is always thirsty. His football trainer suggested having him tested for diabetes. Is this something I should do? If he is diagnosed with diabetes will this stop him from participating in sports?

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My 15 year old daughter has recurrent abscesses on her legs that heal very slowly. She does get halitosis, but we thought this was coming from her tonsils or sinuses. She does not have thirst or an increase in urination. Should I have her tested?

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My 11 year old son and I have just left the doctor who is almost positive that my son has diabetes. What are some of the other symptoms that might indicate diabetes? Are the symptoms that I mentioned earlier true symptoms?

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I have type 2 diabetes, and since my husband had some higher morning readings. I’ve pushed him to get his blood taken. His A1c was 6.1%, and his doctor said he is borderline. He just needs to watch his weight and exercise. How can this be?

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I was just diagnosed with type I diabetes yesterday, and I a physically fit 31 year old male. What is going on here? Is this common? Is it possible I’ve been misdiagnosed?

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My 5-year old niece was admitted to hospital with suspected diabetes. They run several tests and the only thing that we heard was that “her level is 31 [558 mg/dl] while it is supposed to be 6-8 [108-144 mg/dl]”. I presume they were talking about the blood sugar level. Can a person get diabetes, with no family history of diabetes and how is that possible?

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