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C-Peptide [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Antibodies [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
The First Fifty [ Type 1 Diabetes ]
What Is Lada? (Continued) [ About Type 1 Diabetes ]
What Is Lada? (Continued) [ About Type 1 Diabetes ]
The Biggest Change [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Moments [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Tu Diabetes [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
CHEATING DESTINY: Living With Diabetes, America's Biggest Epidemic [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
The Road From Acceptance to Joy [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
2010: A Good Year to Come Out of the "Diabetes Closet" [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
De la Aceptación a la Felicidad [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
The Second Shelf [ Children & Teens ]
The Second Shelf (Continued) [ Children & Teens ]
Best Friend [ Children & Teens ]
Best Friend (Continued) [ Children & Teens ]
Becoming Dr. Mom [ Children & Teens ]
Reaching Out [ Children & Teens ]
Future Tense [ Children & Teens ]
In Which Things Take an Unexpected Turn [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Postprandial [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
A1C [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Random Plasma Glucose [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
What is LADA? [ About Type 1 Diabetes ]
Changing Behavior [ TV Show Schedule ]
Glucose Challenge [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Oral Glucose Tolerance [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Faces of LADA: Barbara Campbell [ About Type 1 Diabetes ]
Fasting Plasma Glucose [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Forever, Unless There's a Cure [ Type 1 Diabetes ]
To Celebrate or Not Celebrate [ Special Occasions ]
The Road From Acceptance to Joy [ Type 1 Diagnosis ]
Diabetes LADA [ About Type 1 Diabetes ]
LADA [ About Type 1 Diabetes ]
Ask an Expert FAQs - Your Diabetes Questions Answered [ Type 1 Diabetes ]
Passing the Torch [ Children & Teens ]
Someone Who Will Understand [ Children & Teens ]

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Ask an Expert FAQs - Your Diabetes Questions Answered [ Type 1 Diabetes ]
what is the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
my 6 year old son who is an asthmatic and diagnosed with obesity was showing signs of frequent urination, headaches, extreme hunger so i had a blood test of hemoglobin ac1 which his results were 5.6 is this high, i was told his ac1 should be 3% or under for him, is this so.
does dark yellow urine and really foul smell and strong mean diabetes? I drink alot of water.
What is the difference between prediabetes and borderline diabetes? I kmow a little about it, but can you explain more about it?
I have been told that I have type 1 diabetes by one doctor and type 2 by another. Is it possible to have both, and why the difference?
I had Gestational diabetes with my 3rd child (girl) just did the diet and it was under control. My question is, can my child be prone to get diabetes. She is not 4, and has been having UTI every month for the last 6 months. Right now we are just waiting for another to happen, but I was thinking could diabetes have anything to do with it? I heard being thirsty is a sign, and she drinks all the time. Should I be concerned and bring this up with my pediatrician?
My friend has a child with Type 1 Diabetes. She was just diagnosed around February of last year. Her daughter has blood sugars ranging from 360 to 39. She is getting ready to see her daughter's physician on Monday. What are some important questions that she should ask her doctor about this problem to help get this under control. Her daughter is not on any set meal plan presently and that is one option. What are some questions you might ask?
My daughter is only 2, but she shows many of the symptoms of type I diabetes. Is she too young to be diagnosed? At what age are most children showing symptoms?
I am 30 weeks along and a week ago we found out that I tested positive for gestational diabetes and was told to monitor my glucous levels 4 times a day (fasting and 1 hour after each meal). I have been doing this for 6 days and my readings have been in the target range except for my fasting. They have been in the range of 88 - 103 (lowest to highest). The doctor wants to put me on insulin because the fasting is too high. Can this be avoided? Perhaps maybe a stricker diet or something.
My daughter is 8 months old and has had severe growth issues. I know very little info re: type 1 diabetes. However I noticed tonight that she smelled very fructosy. She does nurse & I recognize breast milk has a very sweet smell, but this was exceptionally strong. How young can a child be diagnosed with type 1 diabetes?
What should a childs blood sugar levels be at?My daughter who is almost 5,has not been diagnosed with diabetes has had most of the symtons. She's not over weight. Her's goes anywhere from 98-140. What do you think? JoAnn
Hi, I am looking for help for my teenage Son. He was diagonosed with Type1 about 6 months ago. He was UNDER weight to start with and lost weight before his diagnosis. Once He began Insulin He did gain back the weight He had lost when He was sick but is still underweight even at his pre-diabetic weight. What can you recommend for him to gain some weight at the same time as controlling his carbs and managing his diabetes. We need all the tips we can get! Thank you.
My sister-In-Law is pregnant with her first child. She is 12 weeks pregnant and has rececntly had her first prenantal check up. Her labs showed a high fasting blood glucose reading of 195. Is this gestational diabetes or diabetes type I ? Her doctor has ordered a GGT to be done soon. Also, she has fibromyalgia, and possibly Lupus. Could this be related to diabetes? Thanks for your info. Sincerely, Sandy
our grandson's legs from his knees down to his feet turn red when he stands up for about 2 minutes and doesn't clear up till he sits down and puts his legs up. was wondering if he has a serious problem with clogged arteries or if he might have diabetes? we are trying to get his dad to get him an appointment to have his glucose tested as soon as he returns home. he is visiting with us. thank you. cosnoird
I have had type 1 diabetes for 9 yrs. I was 30 years old. I have a granddaughter who is 13 months old and latley I have noticed how thirsty she stays and most of the time you can't get her to eat, fussy alot. I checked her sugar with my monitor and it was 149 that was around 2:00 pm. Do I need to get her checked?
My daughter has just been diagnosed with increase sugar. Her fasting BS have been between 75 and 107. She is testing 1 hr after eating and getting results of 110 to 135. Most of the time she is within normal glucose levels. I don't understand how her doctor can say she is diabetic.
My daughter is 6 and has a twin brother. When the two begin playing together she starts sweating, gets real clammy and drinks alot of water. Also, she can be doing nothing and will begin to sweat and get clammy. We had blood work done and it showed nothing. My doctors tell me not to worry, however, I am highly concerned. What should I do?
My child was diagnosed with diabetes, which he has fast glucose reading was 131. His age is 8 years old. I just want to clarify whether it is type 1 or type 2. How can type 2 lead to type1. We are confused, please help us.
For the 3 or 4 weeks my 2 year old has been waking up soaking wet. He is not potty trained yet. All he wants to do all day is drink milk, plus we have a hard time getting him to eat. I found out in Feb. of this year that I have type 2, I have it under control with meds. But I am just wondering if my little boy should be tested.
What does "diabetes onset" mean and how do you know when it has happened?
What test can be run to get some kind of reliable diagnosis?
is there an amount of water that is too much. I am not diabetic
the aic is 5.2 and glucose average is 70-95 could this be a misdiagnosed by the drs?
At what point does medication become necessary to control BS in prediabetics?
I am a type 1 diabetic and just gave birth to my daughter who has the gene for diabetes (We ran a complete blood test after she was born). I have read that some formulas that use cow milk are more likely to eventually cause diabetes in children with the gene and wanted to know if you could recommend a formula that may not have the cow milk issues, but still offered the nutrients needed for my daughter.
I am 41 years old and was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when I was 33. I have struggled with binge eating since I was 14 and it's very bad now. Help!
My 21 year old daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes weeks after she turned 18. She is insulin dependent and now getting very depressed. Help!
My 18-year-old daughter was diagnosed 4 months ago with type I. She is in the honeymoon phase. Are there interventions that can prolong this phase?
Diagnosed 2 wks ago. Sub par vision originally improved to 20/20, but now has become worse than my pre diagnosis vision. Is this normal?
I was recently diagnosed with Type 1 at age 58. I do not know which type of Type 1 I have and does it matter?
Can a mistake be made in diagnosing diabetes?
Is there a test to determine whether you are a type 1 or a type 2 diabetic?
I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease 12 years ago and with diabetes 10 yrs ago. I have only gained significant weight the last year or so. Why?
After being diagnosed a diabetic, are you a diabetic for the rest of your life even if your HbA1c >7?
How d I make it with being newly diagnosed, no insurance and on a limited income?
I have Type 1 Diabetes, diagnosed a year and a half ago. Has anyone had any luck getting Blue Cross Blue Shield to pay for a CBGM?
What blood sugar levels indicate type 2 as opposed to type 1?
My 13 year old son was diagnosed with Type 1 in August. He has two older brothers, 17 and 20. Should they be tested for Diabetes?
Exactly what factors label a person as being diabetic? What is the "weight" of these diagnostics to each other?
First, Could my neice be diabetic? and how do i get my sister and mom to let me test her sugar?
My 5-year-old was diagnosed with type l approx. 4 months ago. In between his toes are very itchy. Could this be from the diabetes?
I have just been diagnosed as a diabetic, but my doctor has not told me if it is Type 1 or Type 2. How can you tell?
Is type 1 hereditary?
im 22 and just recently found out i was a diabetic and really depressed about it and i feel a little embarassed over it. Should i be?
When did testing blood become standard for testing for diabetes?
I am curious if anyone knows the reason people get insulin-dependent, type 1 diabetes. I was diagnosed at age 43 with no family history of diabetes.
Does skipping meals make your blood levels go up? I just got diagnosed and I don't eat regularly. Should I try eating snacks in between meals
I have been a Type 1 diabetic for 30 years - diagnosed at age 13. Why can't I find info for people in my category? Am I the RARE exception?
My son is going for urination for every 1.5 hour during day time. But he doesn't do the same in the night or early morning Has he had diabetes?
My blood glucose from the AC1 test was 311 & some other percentage 10.7-my doctor say's I'm type 1-what makes me type 1-could it change? I'm thin&44.
How do you know if your type 1 or type 2 diabetic
i found out that i am insulin resistant. What medicine is best for that? My doctor ordered one but they no longer make it .
MY SON IS SIX YEARS OLD. DOES HE HAVE DIABETES?
I was diagnosed Type 1 four months ago and use Lantus and Novolog. What is the normal amount of total insulin for an 42 year old - 230 pound person?
My son has type 1 and was diagnosed 4 yrs.ago. How do I get him to want to take care of himself?
Am I Type 1 or Type 2? What's in a name?
How long after diagnosis can you consider yourself a newly diagnosed?
I am 20 years old, T1. I don't want sex ever since my diagnosis and when I do it hurts where it feels like a ripped burning feeling. Any suggestions?
My son (13) was diagnosed in October 2008 with JD. Since then, has a terrible time making decisions, even simple ones. Normal or something wrong?
In January i was diagnosed with T1. My A1C was 12. I test more than 5 times a day. I have the accue chek aviva. Do i have to test on my fingers?
my doctor some years ago said I had systemic candida albicans infection. is it possible that a current dx of diabetes is wrong and it's candida?
Is it dpn if the neuropathy starts 6 years before a diabetes diagnosis?
Does my son have type 1 or not? Should I still worry after some normal tests and some abnormal tests.
I was diagnosed with Type 1 a few months ago,my regiment was 1 24hr shot and 1 at each meal. now I only have to take the 1 24hr shot. Is that normal?
Just recently diagnosied with Type 1 diabetes about a month ago. I recently noticed that I lost a lot of hair. Is this normal. Will it grow back?
I was just diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. 6 months ago I was diagosed with type 2. Can I continue oral meds or do I have to have insulin for type1?
can symptoms start and stop before a dx?
Results of Glucose Tolerance test are: Fasting: 88, 30 mintues: 197,1 hour: 166 and 2 hours: 100 What do the results mean, diabetes or no diabetes?
Had a OGTT. 30 minutes after the drink, my BS was 207, after 1 hour it was 239 and at 2 hours it was at 129. Diagnosis of Diabetes?
I have PCOS and was on Metformin briefly for infertility. I still feel awful but never test diabetic although I have many symptoms. What should I do?
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14 yr old has struggled with school for at least 2 yr. Recently dx w/ T1D. They said reading 600+ at least 3 mo. Could he have had this for years?
I have recently been diagnosed as Type 1. I noticed the other day a few white callus looking bumps under my big toe. How can i treat them?
I like to now if my mom and dad at 50sh both have diabetes and grandfather died from diabetes complication what are my chances of getting diabetes .
I'm concerned with my daughter's health. She's 40 yrs of age. Can I talk to her doctor ref my concerns with her weight, and health issues, Diabetes?
is low blood glucose a sign of diabetes
Can children show symptoms of diabetes at a young age without being type 1
My daughter was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 5 and at the time her blood sugar was 200 and her C-peptide was 1. Could she have type 2?
Could I have type 1.5 autoimmune diabetes? And why eat when your BS is temporairly high from liver squirt when hungry?
How will know if I have type 1, or type 2 diebates. None of my family members have, or had it.
How do you diagnose diabetes in someone who may have been masking it by following a diabetes management regimen for 4 yrs?

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