Is there really a test that can determine if someone carries the gene for Type 1 Diabetes? I this is true, what chromosome is it in?
Does a test exist to determine if an individual has the gene for Type 1 Diabetes?
March 10th, 2010 · 1 Comment
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Is smoking considered a statistically significant contributor to diabetes?
March 5th, 2010 · 5 Comments
The reason I ask is because it seems heavy metals can cause type two diabetes. Smoking tends to cause cadmium poisoning. It would seem that it should contribute to it, but smokers tend to be slimmer which wouldn’t correlate to the strong relationship between obesity and diabetes.
Does anyone know of any sources indicating [...]
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What are the risk factors for type 1 diabetes and age of onset?
February 17th, 2010 · 3 Comments
What are the risk factors for type 2 diabetes and age of onset? Please explain in detail!
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What are the chances my newborn son will have diabetes if my husband is type 2?
February 14th, 2010 · 3 Comments
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 [...]
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What happens in this situation to a person w/ Type 1 Diabetes?
February 13th, 2010 · 3 Comments
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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How can I trick the Type 2 Diabetes Test?
February 11th, 2010 · 1 Comment
Is there a way to make your doctor think you have diabetes? Like maybe if I down a whole bottle of syrup before I go?
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What are the chances my newborn son will have diabetes if my husband is type 2?
February 10th, 2010 · 5 Comments
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 [...]
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What kind of diet does one consume when they have type two diabetes?
February 4th, 2010 · 4 Comments
What is good to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner? What kinds of fruits, vegetables, cereals, etc. do I eat with type two diabetes?
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My girlfriend has Type 1 Diabetes. Can someone give me tips on how to make sure she is ok?
January 21st, 2010 · 9 Comments
I love this girl, so I do not want anything happening to her. Besides constantly reminding her to check her bloodsugar, is there anything else I can do to help her out in any way? I’ve read quite a bit about Diabetes, so I know some things about it. Any advice is greatly appreciated.
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is it possible to be physically fit and have diabetes?
January 19th, 2010 · 21 Comments
im pretty fit. i have little fat and i work out regularly but i have been experiencing tiredness for as long as i could remember; even on days i sleep in. im 18 years old, is it still possible for me to have type 1 diabetes?
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