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Diagnosis and Symptoms

My son has the symptoms of hypoglycemia, but the doctor won’t diagnose him with it until my son passes out or has a seizure. Hoe do we get him diagnosed? What do you suggest?

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My daughter tested positive for insulin IgG antibodies, but negative for other antibodies. What does this mean? Is she still producing insulin, but destroying it at the same time?

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I had frequent lows when taking my medications. The doctor suspects I have type 1 and am in my honeymoon. What do you think? Will I eventually need insulin?

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Although I was diagnosed with type 2, how can I be sure the doctor’s diagnosis was correct? I am uninsured and cannot afford to see a doctor.

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At a recent physical, my son’s fasting blood sugar was 120 mg/dl [6.7 mmol/L]. He hasn’t been himself lately. Should I have further testing done?

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Our pediatric endocrinologist has said not to do home monitoring for suspected diabetes since meters are not accurate. What should we do about future monitoring? My daughter’s elevated blood sugars drop on their own at this time.

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If someone had an elevated blood sugar and low insulin level per an OGTT, but normal blood sugars per a glucometer, what could be going on?

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My daughter has been diagnosed with hypoglycemia. Her antibody tests were positive. What exactly does this mean? Why is type 1 development uncertain with positive antibodies?

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We are concerned our son may have early diabetes. Is this possible? Our pediatrician doesn’t think this fits our son who has had intermittent symptoms for about a year.

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Since she has several health issues, my daughter sees an endocrinologist, who had me check my daughter’s blood sugars. She has had occasional high blood sugars. Could she have diabetes even if she is not high every day?

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