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Diagnosis and Symptoms

Since my treatment for Hepatitis C, I have developed diabetes. Is this common? What type is it? I was told both type 1 and type 2.

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Despite many high blood sugars on a glucometer, my daughter’s blood sugars were normal in a glucose tolerance test. She’s still having highs at home. What could this be? What should I do next?

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Can the symptoms of diabetes be minor if blood sugar levels are kept under control with exercise?

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My teen daughter was diagnosed with type 1 eight years ago. Recently, a new doctor ran some tests and said my daughter no longer has diabetes. Is this possible? Should we find another doctor?

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Due to a high random blood sugar, my son was diagnosed with “hyperglycemia, unknown cause,” not diabetes. He is to be tested for celiac. What should we do now?

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My four-year-old has been diagnosed with pre-type 1 diabetes, currently in his honeymoon phase. His fasting blood sugars have been from 101 mg/dl [5.6 mmol/L] to 181 mg/dl [10.0 mmol/L]. Is this diagnosis correct?

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My nine year old had a blood sugar of 147 mg/dl [8.2 mmol/L] and was diagnosed as borderline diabetic. I was given no guidance on testing or diet. What should I do?

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My daughter was losing weight and complaining of stomach pain so I had the doctor check her blood sugar. It was normal, but elevated when checked with my father’s meter. Should I be concerned?

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My young daughter is often thirsty, but she has no other signs of diabetes. Is it possible to have only one symptom?

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My five year old often wakes during the night and is screaming, confused and sweating. During the day, we give her a snack and she is fine. Could this be hypoglycemia?

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