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Other Illnesses

How long does it take for the blood glucose levels to stabilize after starting a gluten free diet for someone with both diabetes and celiac disease?

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My 10 year old daughter was recently diagnosed with hyperinsulinemia/hypoglycemia, occasionally awakening from 4-6 a.m. with cyclic vomiting spells. Her blood sugars are within range, but she is symptomatic at 70 mg/dl [3.9mmol/L] and less. She has also suffered headaches and paleness for at least 3 years. Should I pursue Glucophage, as the endocrinologist has recommened, or purse further testing?

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My daughter has recurrent fever episodes and respiratory problems. While having these problems, her blood glucose and urine glucose are both high. Is it possible she has diabetes?

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My mother who has type 2 diabetes experienced hearing loss in one ear which her doctor said was due to a “mini stroke” caused by diabetes, and a neck pain around the base of her skull. Is her doctor correct about his diagnosis of these two situations?

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Our 14 month old godson, just diagnosed type 1 diabetes, is now in the hospital with blood clots. Is this normal?

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My seven year old granddaughter, who had cystic fibrosis diagnosed as an infant, was recently diagnosed with diabetes. Is diabetes a complication of or a spin off from the cystic fibrosis?

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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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