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Should I talk to my regular doctor about a pain in my right heel? Or, should I see an endocrinologist?

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I have heard that people who have had Roux-en-Y surgery may get pancreatitis. Is this possible since I already have type 1? Is it dangerous? I took Ipecac to induce vomiting and it did not work. Why?

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Should the parent(s) of a child with diabetes train someone to care for their child’s diabetes in case of parental absence?

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My brother has type 1. We have test strips and a meter to use only when he is sick. His doctor knows only Lente insulin, which my brother takes. His blood sugars, when checked, are very high. How can we help him? Is there a better insulin for him?

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My daughter, who has type 1, may get aid for college by indicating she is disabled. Is this appropriate? Where can I find information on the ADA’s definition of disabled?

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How can I get over my fear of injections?

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My daughter took Lantus Sunday evening, had several lows the next morning and took no other insulin for three days, yet remained in range. Could she have a tumor in her pancreas producing insulin? Could she still be in her honeymoon?

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I just noticed that my daughter’s feet are peeling on the bottom. She has type 1 diabetes. Should I be concerned?

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I want to run a 50 mile marathon. I have been having trouble with dehydration and nausea while training. A doctor said that diabetics cannot stay ahead of the dehydration. What can I do about this?

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I have relatively good control of my diabetes, but am urinating small amount of pale urine. What could be causing this?

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