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Exercise and Sports

Since splitting my son’s Lantus dose, his carbohydrate to insulin ratio has gone from 20:1 to 100:1. Could this be related to the Lantus? Or, is it related to my son’s physical activity?

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What are the risks associated with SCUBA diving for someone taking insulin?

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What is the recommended practice for exercise with elevated blood glucose without ketones?

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I am training to run in a marathon in the fall. What should my ideal glucose level be prior to the start of the race?

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As a high school soccer player, is my son legally allowed to wear his identification bracelet during games?

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My teen son has developed knots in his thigh quad muscle. Could this be related to his diabetes?

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My brother is 16 and was diagnosed with Type 1 at age 13. He is on Novo Nordisk’s PenMix 30. He is a successful football player and has two games a week. What is the desired calorie amount for him to take before a game? Is it okay if he eats honey or chocolate as much as he wants before a game?

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I have a 10 year old daughter who has had diabetes for 7 years. She joined a swim team this summer and I am wondering what are the best types of foods for her to eat.

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We are thinking about sending my four and a half year old nephew to Karate classes, but a friend of mine who has a black-belt at times has had broken toes. Our concern is the possible future effects that constant foot injuries may cause. Is karate a safe sport for children with diabetes?

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I am 23 years old, I have had type 1 diabetes for 10 months, and I take premixed insulin. Is it okay to exercise, such as joining a gym?

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