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Hypoglycemia

My son, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes about three weeks ago, has begun to have whole body muscle spasms about one to two hours after the injection of Humalog, or as his blood sugar levels begin to drop when exercising, etc. None of our diabetes team specialists seem to have an explanation or seem too concerned. However, I feel that this is something to be concerned about.

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Since the Mini Dose Glucagon Rescue uses a small amount of the mixture and allowed a substantial amount of medication remaining to treat low blood glucose levels while the child is ill, once the glucagon is mixed, how long can it be stored safely to keep its effectiveness?

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My daughter had a seizure three months ago, another yesterday, and the debate brewing is over the cause. After waiting and transport to a hospital, her blood sugar was normal. I have several questions.

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I suggest you get on touch with a Medical Social Worker. Given your husband’s complications (blindness), he may be eligible for a variety of services including something like Meals on Wheels and/or a housekeeper who can provide appropriate meals.

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One evening, my toddler had a very low blood sugar, which we treated. The next morning, his blood sugar was still low, but he had urine ketones. How can this be? How does a low affect his brain?

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Over Thanksgiving week, my four year old had many low blood sugars. We changed insulin and strips. Do you have any ideas as to why this was occurring?

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Even though she was diagnosed in August 2004, I still am not sure when to give my daughter NovoLog because she has gone low on several occasions. What should I do?

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Can you give me some examples of mid-morning and afternoon snacks for a diabetic? Is it okay to treat a low blood sugar with sweetened tea only?

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My daughter has type 2 and takes insulin. For the past month and a half, she has been running low and has not gone over 100 mg/dl [5.6 mmol/L]. Why is this?

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My daughter disconnects her pump on weekends and takes Lantus in the evenings. She is often low on Monday mornings. Is some of the Lantus still in her system?

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