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Recently, I experienced something like a “high” when drunk. After a second episode, I was diagnosed with a UTI and given an antibiotic. What caused the “high?”

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Can endothelial dysfunction cause decreased extravascular movement of insulin?

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Why don’t all pediatric endocrinologists use in-office A1c devices? Our doctor in Ohio used one, but we can’t find one in Florida who does.

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Are low lipase levels common in type 1 diabetes and are pancreatic supplements helpful?

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I’ve been suffering from severe fatigue about an hour after meals despite being careful with carbohydrate counting and using Symlin. Where can I go to find out the cause? My endocrinologist thinks it’s not related to my diabetes, but my PCP thinks it is.

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I have been on a pump for two years and have developed dark and stiff stains on my stomach. What is causing them?

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Because of a family history of diabetes, I often check my blood sugar. It is often higher after drinking coffee. Is this normal?

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When my daughter was diagnosed with pre-diabetes two years ago, we were told to check blood sugars one and two hours after meals, randomly. She’s checked sooner than an hour and had elevated readings. What does this mean?

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My five year old had some blood tests done. Her glucose level was 59 mg/dl [3.3 mmol/L], and her cortisol and cholesterol levels were high. What does this mean?

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In children, does the insulin production work the same as in adults? I’m assuming not; is this why they have such variable blood sugars? Do toddlers have higher blood sugars when they are upset because their body is still developing more insulin?

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