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Other Illnesses

Is it possible to get mononucleosis more than once? Is it possible that my son has it again because his immune system is compromised by having type 1?

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I have noticed lately that my daughter is now experiencing episodes of falling asleep at a drop of a hat, especially when we drive in the car, and she complains of headaches daily. We had her eyes checked extensively and everything was fine. She complained this morning about feeling light headed and would not eat breakfast. Should I have her tested for diabetes?

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My 17 month old baby boy, diagnosed with type 1 diabetes two months ago, always seems to have a small amount of blood coming out of his nose. Is this possibly related to the diabetes?

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This winter my son has started having bloody noses a couple times per week which seem to occur when his blood sugars are on the high side. Is this normal or should I be concerned?

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Is there a connection between lupus and diabetes? My mother has type 2 with high blood sugars and an infection that won’t heal. What should she do?

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I have a lot of sinus infections. Since most tests have been negative, I assume they are related to my diabetes. Is this possible? My fasting blood sugars are not that high.

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I was diagnosed with PCOS six months ago. Since then, I have dieted, taken supplements, and lost weight. Why is my blood sugar now slightly higher?

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Despite antibiotics and extra insulin, my six year old still has highs and ketones. What could be going on? She also had blood in her stool last week. What could cause this?

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I am 16 and have had type 1 for eight years. I have been having numbness in my right foot. Is it related to my diabetes or my Chiari 1 malformation?

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Given the reports of how dangerous it is for diabetics and other individuals with chronic illnesses to be exposed to the H1N1 virus, what kind of precautions should they take? Is there really a cause for alarm or is it media hype?

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