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My son recently had cyanosis and tests indicate it was not diabetes related. Are there any possible causes I may bring to the pediatrician’s attention?

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Since my diagnosis with type 1 a few years ago, I feel hungry constantly. Would an appetite suppressant help? If so, what kind?

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My girlfriend’s new doctor changed her insulin, then she had a hysterectomy. Now, are blood sugars are almost normal. Some days she doesn’t need insulin. Why is this?

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My mum, who had insulin treated diabetes, died a few years ago, and the day before she was complaining of a shortness of breath. Could this be do due to an overdose of insulin? What other explanation could there be?

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Our eight year old is to have eight teeth extracted. What is the protocol for administering antibiotics beforehand?

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At his recent death, my father’s blood sugar was extremely high. Could he have been poisoned or is there another possible explanation?

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My neighbor just told me about wheylow, a sugar substitute I should use for my son who has type 1. What do you think of this?

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Since February 2004, my daughter has been in and out of the hospital with a variety of medical problems, including DKA. Do you have any suggestions?

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What is the relationship between blood sugar levels and altitude? My son had more lows when we recently traveled to a higher elevation.

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My family may move to London for two years. What is the “standard of diabetes care” in the UK? Should we pursue a pump before moving there? Can you recommend any useful web sites to read about living with diabetes in the UK?

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