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Has anyone ever complained about their tongue? I get this feeling that comes and goes, sort of as if I burned it and was wondering if it’s due to the medications or my sugar level.

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My grandson was diagnosed with epilepsy after having a long seizure. During this time his blood glucose level was 400. He is on Lamictal. I caught him as he was starting to have a seizure his blood glucose level was 40. I gave him a drink of Pepsi and it stopped immediately. Could the Lamictal raise the blood glucose levels some?

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How do Graves disease and lupus affect my daughter’s diabetes? Or, how does the diabetes affect Graves and lupus?

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Our daughter, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes about a year ago, has recurring bouts of mono type symptoms during which she runs high blood sugar for days, misses school, and is unable to compete in sports. She has lost her strength and stamina, is situationally depressed when not feeling well, and has not yet made a full week of school since diagnosis. Any suggestions?

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I have type 2 diabetes treated with metformin, and I’ve heard that cider vinegar is good for diabetes so I purchased a dietary supplement which contains kelp, cider vinegar, and lecithin. Is it safe to use this dietary supplement?

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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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Since taking Niaspan to improve my cholesterol levels, I have noted an increase in my average blood sugars, despite increasing my metformin. Should I stop the Niaspan to help get my type 2 under control?

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My teen son has had two pulmonary infections recently. Could they be related to his diabetes? Are type 1 diabetics more susceptible to pulmonary infections?

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Are the pathogenesis of the celiac syndrome and of diabetes insipidus related?

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My son has developed atrial fibrillation. How will this affect his diabetes?

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