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I am asking this question on behalf of somebody who employed a person as a long distance lorry driver and spent a long time behind the wheel of a HGV truck. He has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and also takes Istin, which he has been on for some time. Are there any side effects from taking Istin and having types 2 diabetes?

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My six year old son has nephrotic syndrome, and a month after he started on steroids, he went into diabetic ketoacidosis and is on insulin. How are these two connected? Will my son recover from diabetes once his steroids are stopped?

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My son has type 1 and celiac. He recently had a mild stomach ache after taking enalapril for proteinuria. Is enalapril gluten free? I cannot find this information.

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I had to hospitalize my daughter for a psychotic episode and they put her on Risperdal, which causes her to sleep soundly. I am worried she will sleep through a low blood sugar. Should I be concerned? I plan to test her during the night until her endocrinologist returns to the area.

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Is Byetta approved for type 1 diabetes, since they suspect that it may cause the pancreas to regenerate/repair cells?

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My adult son was put on lisinopril as a preventative for high blood pressure. Is this standard practice? Or, is it better to wait and start medication after a slight increase in his blood pressure?

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The pediatrician has put my son on inhaled steroids. The endocrinologist said to watch his blood sugar and correct as needed. What do you suggest?

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I went on the mini pill to regulate my periods but have stopped taking it due to bad side effects. Would going on the combined pill be any better for me? My doctor says it’s unsuitable for someone with diabetes.

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The endocrinologist recommended my son use mini-glucagon to help maintain his blood sugars during a 3 mile run. Is this the best way to prevent a low? He usually reduces his basal insulin and consumes extra carbohydrates, but still goes low.

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My 17 year old friend wants to start using steroids. He is diabetic, but not the real serious kind. I wanted to know, if he does start taking steroids, will they have any effect on his diabetes?

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