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Since my husband has been on steroids, he has lost a lot of his ability to feel low blood sugars. I have read information saying that cortisol infusions can cause hypoglycemia awareness, but I have also read information that saying that they do not. Can steroids cause you to lose your ability to feel low blood sugars? Do you know which is true?

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I have to take prednisone for another medical condition, and now I have problems controlling my sugar levels. The doctor increased the metformin, but I still have a very high sugar level from after breakfast until after supper when it seems to be normal.

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My doctor has prescribed Byetta injections. What can you tell me about Byetta?

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Since starting on Niaspan and Omacor, my blood sugars have been running much higher. Can the medications be causing this?

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How can I find out how many carbohydrates are in Keflex so I can titrate my daughter’s insulin accordingly?

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While on oral steroids for her asthma, my daughter has had elevated blood sugars during her nighttime oral feedings. Are the high blood sugars likely related to the steroids?

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I had an MRI that showed extreme bursitis. I was told that GHR1000, might help. Is this safe? I am concerned because it may be related to human growth hormones, which I’ve read are not recommended for people with diabetes.

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My son is taking insulin and ayurvedic treatment simultaneously. Might there be any side effects?

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How many glucagon kits should an active teen have? Can a doctor write a prescription for more than one kit per patient?

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My 3 year old daughter was diagnosed at 13 months of age. Several weeks ago, her pediatrician prescribed prednisilone to reduce swelling so the fluid could drain from her ears. This immediately sent her blood glucose levels soaring into the 300s!

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