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Other Illnesses

My two year old son, diagnosed with type 1 at fourteen months had gastroesophageal reflux which resolved itself around nine months of age, and I have recently become aware of other children diagnosed with type 1 at a young age who also had reflux. Do you know of any correlation of reflux in infants and type 1 diabetes?

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My daughter was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, then pancreatitis. Is there a way to find out which she really has?

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I have diabetes, as well as a brittle bone disorder and a bleeding disorder. Can I test my blood sugar without blood? Should I be able to use a pump?

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My granddaughter, who has type 1 diabetes, has a hard lump underneath her nipple. She is going to her doctor who is aware of this condition. Is the lump in my granddaughter’s breast related to her diabetes?

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I’m concerned because blood in the urine is not normal. Is there another specialist that we should take our son to? Could he have some kidney damage?

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My daughter, who has type 1 diabetes, is recovering from a kidney infection, and the pediatrician has scheduled an ultrasound. Is the doctor looking for something specific?

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Ever since I had a bladder infection that became a kidney infection, last year, I have bad bladder infections about twice a month. Why is this happening?

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Are there any neurological diseases that cause type 2? Other than overeating, what causes stubborn high blood sugars? Is nausea a common side effect of oral medications?

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I have two nephews with recurring MRSA infections. Can you tell me how this can affect my son, who has type 1? Is it safe for him to play with his cousins?

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I was diagnosed with sinus tachycardia, then hypoglycemia. If you slow the heart rate down with beta blockers, will that make my system burn less glucose? I am having trouble with low blood sugars despite frequent meals.

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