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I suspect my daughter, age 6, may have diabetes. We have a family history and she has frequent and uncontrollable urination (her pants and underwear are wet almost daily). She’s always asking for water (thirsty).

June 30, 2000
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My son is 12 years old and is scheduled to test for his black belt in tae kwon do next month. The test will last for 1.5 – 2 hours with no break in between. It will be physically exhausting. What would be the best way to ensure that his glucose will not get too low during the test?

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I just found out in March that I have Type 2 diabetes. I have a glucose meter and tested my daughter who is 5 1/2. It read 180. Should I have her tested by her doctor? I have 2 other children as well; should they be tested? It runs on my side of the family.

June 30, 2000
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What can be taken to stop lymphocytes from killing cells that produce insulin? What causes the dawn phenomenon?

June 29, 2000
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I am 51 years of age. I am not a diabetic but I am concerned about my health. I am overweight and unfit. Can eating too many sweet things lead to diabetes?

June 29, 2000
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My 14 year old has always had blood sugars that have been difficult to control. She can also be verbally and physically aggressive and has taken an antidepressant medication, which didn’t seem to help. Could her behavior problems be caused by other factors such as a chemical imbalance or just her temperament?

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My 10 year old daughter recently had a GTT and her 30 minute reading was at 190. Our doctor says that she would like for her to see a pediatric endocrinologist because she may have insulin resistance.

June 29, 2000
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My daughter is 9 and was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes 3 years ago. We cannot get her to do her on blood tests or shots. Although it is easier to just do it for her, I’d like her to develop some independence. Any ideas?

June 29, 2000
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I have a 5 year old with Type 1 diabetes who also has allergies. The allergist gave us a nasal spray, Flonase. This is the second steroid nasal spray he has had and it really elevates his blood sugars. Is there any other treatment out there that he can use instead?

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My brother, aged 24 years, was diagnosed with diabetes about 3 years ago. Can he lead a normal married life? Is diabetes hereditary? Is there any permanent cure?

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