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Research: Causes and Prevention

Two years ago, my daughter’s insulin level was elevated. She gets exercise, but has gained some weight. What vitamins/supplements should I give her?

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I am considering adopting a child whose father (early 20’s) has type 1 diabetes. What is the likelihood that the child will develop diabetes? Are there any tests that can be performed on an unborn child to determine if the child has diabetes?

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My 8 year old was diagnosed 3 months ago, and was previously inoculated for Hepatitis B. I have just read of a possible connection between Hepatitis B vaccinations and increased incidence of Type 1 diabetes. Has this report any validity?

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Is there a higher rate of Type 1 diabetes developing in the off-spring of a family with a known history of alcoholism?

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Is there a correlation between high birth weight and developing type 1 diabetes? What are the benefits of having our daughters genetically tested?

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I recently got put on NPH and Regular insulin twice a day, because my doctor is trying to see if taking insulin will possibly prevent type 2 diabetes in me. Is this possible?

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My wife suffered a severe concussion in an automobile accident, and developed very high glucose levels and was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and her thyroid activity decreased. Could the concussion have caused this by injury to the brain?

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A friend was diagnosed with diabetes the day after a car accident. Two doctors have told him that diabetes can be brought on by trauma. Is this true?

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Can type 1 diabetes be caused by a blow to the head or a brain injury?

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I’m trying to find information on the use of metformin (Glucophage) in the prevention of type 2 diabetes in women with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). Can you help?

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