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Diagnosis and Symptoms

Symptomatic for diabetes, my son’s blood sugars were in range during his glucose tolerance test last year. Since then, he has ranged from 50 mg/dl [2.8 mmol/L] to over 200 mg/dl [11.1 mmol/L]. Should I have him tested again?

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The pediatrician suspects my son is in the beginning stages of type 1 and suggested a follow-up check in three months. Is there something we should do at this point? We would like him to be involved with all the research in keeping as many of his insulin producing cells for as long as possible.

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My son was diagnosed with diabetes in October. We just received the results of his GAD test and my son was positive for three antibodies, indicating type 1. We thought he had type 2. Could the test be wrong? Could he get antibody injections? If so, would this be a cure?

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My toddler recently had some elevated blood sugars at home. The pediatrician told me they were a fluke. With a family history, could he be in the early stages of type 1? Should I try to take him to an endocrinologist?

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When my daughter restricts her carbohydrate intake, she feels fine. When she eats carbohydrates, her blood sugar rises a bit. What do you think this is?

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My daughter has had chronic diarrhea for a couple of years. We stopped giving her dairy and gluten. She had an A1c of 6.4, borderline glucose readings. What do you think this could be?

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After an initial diagnosis of type 1, our daughter was re-diagnosed with MODY4 and switched from insulin to glyburide. Her control is excellent. Could she still have type 1 and is achieving good control because she is in her honeymoon?

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My teen daughter has been drinking and urinating a lot for about a month. Her A1c was 42, which I read was pre-diabetes. Should I be concerned that it could it be diabetes?

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My young daughter has had fruity smelling breath for a long time, but no other symptoms. Blood sugar checks at home are in range

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My five year old daughter is generally fit, healthy and never complains when she is unwell. During the last few weeks however, she has been complaining of stomachache, irritable, gets easily upset, drinks a lot of water, and yesterday was sent home after being nauseated, white as a sheet, dizzy, and very sweaty. Could this be an indication of type 1 diabetes?

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