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I am being started on a 15 day course of steroids only with tapering doses, and I am aware that steroids like this raise your blood glucose readings. How should I adjust my insulin accordingly? I am not going to start my medication until I find out something.

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I am currently on steroids and methotrexate to try to control my asthma. I had 3+ ketones in my urine and sugar ranging from 100-1000. My doctor did a fasting blood sugar which was elevated and wants me to see an endocrinologist, but my asthma doctor seems to think that this is all caused by the steroids. Does this seem like diabetes?

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My son has gained weight since starting on clozopine two years ago. He is exercising and losing weight. What kind of diabetes testing should he have? Is he at risk for diabetes as a result of the medication or the weight gain?

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How do NSAIDs or other anti-inflammatory agents and antibiotics affect glucose levels and insulin resistance?

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Diagnosed with severe depression and bipolar disorder, my teen daughter is now on Seroquel and having very high blood sugars. She is also bingeing and not giving herself insulin. Are her highs caused by the Seroquel or the eating?

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I’ve been on Synthroid for two years, but I don’t think it’s helping me. My endocrinologist refused to put me on Armour because of antibodies. What does this mean? Is there any other medication I could take besides Synthroid?

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Have you seen erythromycin used to successfully treat diabetic diarrhea? I’ve seen diarrhea is a side effect, so I’m confused.

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Our family doctor recommended melatonin for some mild insomnia my teen son has been having lately. Is there a reason to be concerned about its use? The label says it’s not for use by people with autoimmune diseases.

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Are weight loss/fat burning supplements safe for those with type 1? I am gaining weight since my diagnosis despite a healthy diet and exercise.

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My four year old, who has type 1 diabetes has had ear and strep infections. He was given Albuterol and Augmentin. What effect do they have on his insulin?

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