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What do you think is worst asthma or diabetes?

Diabetes - February 28, 2010

 

Do you guys think asthma is worst the diabetes or the opposite? Do you think there both equally bad?

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What is diabetes and why do you need to avoid so many things and food?

Diabetes - February 26, 2010

 

I have heard that people with diabetes should not take cold, flu or pain medications. Why is this? Also, I have heard that they should avoid exposure to high heat and humidity? Why is this? I also would love to know what it is exactly, and why you need to watch what you eat and use a meter?

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How often are babies born with diabetes?

Diabetes - February 22, 2010

 

Is it like 1 out of every 15? What’s the probability if the dad has diabetes? Does it raise it? How about how often does a child develop diabetes if a parent has it? I’m asking because my dad has diabetes and I’m in my teens and I want to know my chances of getting it.

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How can I tell if my hamster has diabetes?

Diabetes - February 21, 2010

 

I have a male dwarf hamster. He is active he eats and drinks fine. I don’t think he has diabetes I just want to know for future reference.

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What are the risk factors for type 1 diabetes and age of onset?

Diabetes - February 17, 2010

 

What are the risk factors for type 2 diabetes and age of onset? Please explain in detail!

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Can gestational diabetes contribute to fatigue and moodiness?

Diabetes - February 16, 2010

 

I just found out I have gestational diabetes. This is my 3rd pregnancy, but the first time that I’ve had this. I have been a lot more tired and irritated during this pregnancy than the others. Could the gestational diabetes have anything to do with that?

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What are the chances my newborn son will have diabetes if my husband is type 2?

Diabetes - February 14, 2010

 

My husband is 31 years old. He got type 2 diabetes 4 years ago. We now have a newborn and I’m nervous he will get diabetes in his life as well. Anyone know the risks? Thank you!

PS – I am not diabetic and did not have gestational diabetes either. My son was born full term and of healthy weight and size.

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How much does diabetes decrease your athletic performance?

Diabetes - February 13, 2010

 

I am very involved in university sports, and compete at a very high level. I just got tested and do not know the results yet but I’m just wondering, How much does diabetes decrease your athletic performance? I Heard your never really the same after athletically after diagnosed with diabetes.

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What happens in this situation to a person w/ Type 1 Diabetes?

Diabetes - February 13, 2010

 

So what happens if someone with Juvenile/Type 1 Diabetes hasn’t checked their insulin level or whatever for a while & they’re engaging in a vigorous activity (like sports or running)? What happens when their sugar level becomes WAY above normal(like over three or four times than normal)?

Thank you very much for the help!

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Why does diabetes make my friend sick all the time?

Diabetes - February 12, 2010

 

A friend of mine named Barbara has diabetes, and it concerns me that she misses school once maybe every two weeks or so. Is this because of glucose levels being too high? I’m a little misinformed on this disease, but is it really hard to live with? One symptom I see is constant fatigue. What are some problems I cannot see? I’m just concerned for my friend and I would hopefully like to talk to her. Do you think this is necessary? How can I show my support? What do you know?

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