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I have a 12 year old son who has had diabetes for 2 1/2 years. His doctor recommended counseling for a possible learning disability and behavior problems. The diagnosis was depression caused by hypoglycemia and the only recourse would a lifetime of taking Prozac.

Is there any documentation or other professional opinions or evidence to substantiate the idea that type 2 diabetes may be brought on by acute physical trauma?

My 7 week old daughter took part in a study at birth and was found to be a carrier of a diabetes gene marker. What environmental factors should I watch for?

I had gestational diabetes (insulin dependant) with my first pregnancy. I am now just 6 weeks pregnant with my second and my family doctor said it is not a guarantee I will have it again. Are there any steps I can take in prevention?

I have kept up with the GlucoWatch news since last year and I am very excited about it! The last thing I read, however, said that it was only for those 18 and older.

Our son is type 1, age seven, normal weight, was diagnosed two years ago. He only needs a total of ten Protaphane and two Actrapid each day. Why does he only need such a small dose?

My husband has been a type 1 diabetic for 43 years. He is 52 years old. He has few complications. His glycohemoglobin range is 7.5. He has 3-5 reactions a week; some are severe. I want to know if this is normal.

Is the only way to control the blood sugar by insulin or are there other ways?

I have heard about a condition called restless leg syndrome and that it occurs in diabetics. What is RLS, what causes it, and where can I get more info on it?

Is there any connection between prematurity and type 1 diabetes?

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