My doc is testing me for diabetes with Hemoblobin A1C test.  I have autoimmune problems too...?
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the a1c test is used to see the the long term maintanence of blood sugar.  unlike a simple blood sugar lvl, which only shows what your blood sugar is at the time the test is done, the a1c test kind indicate what your blood sugars have been over the past 90 days or so.  Not sure exactly what your question is asking.  type 1 diabeties can be caused by an autoimune disorder, that is the body's own white blood cells are attacking part of the body, in this case the isles of langerhan that produce insulin.
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Sounds to me like a doctor has been trying to scare you.   Your numbers are fine.   It makes me crazy to see people worried about varying between 80-130.   This tells me that SOMEone has been spooking them about diabetes.   Yes, diabetes is a big problem in our country, but it's also big business.   The profits involved in the testing devices and medication is tremendous.    Some companies will give you a free tester because you will then use their products (via prescription) for the rest of your life, and may not need them.\n\nTrue diabetics have blood sugars like mine, 400s up, or like my cousins, which go from 30 - 400 in one day.   It is irritating as heck to hear people fretting about their blood sugar going up to 130  (usually after eating a chocolate cake).    A doctor or someone is telling them they are potential diabetics, instead of guiding them toward more healthy eating habits.    I have seen this too often lately, and hope people will be responsible and get a second opinion before getting treatment for a disease they don't have.   \n\nGood luck to you!!!!
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The matter of fact is...  You have it, assuming you were diagnosed correctly.  I have to imagine your tests showed positive.  If you are not confident in the diagnosis, you could find another doctor and have the tests run again.\n\nYour doctor would be the best source for the answer to this question.\n\nYour kidneys are affected, and liver as well as your heart can be effected.\n\nI imagine your diet and medicine protocols will help your quality of life.\nhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000502.htm
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Hi!  My son was diagnosed almost a year ago with type 1 so I understand how you are feeling.  There is no cure for diabetes.  Yes, God can heal him but all you can do is pray for that and deal with the diabetes until then because it may never happen.  God would not have given you this precious little boy to take care of had you not been able to take care of him the way he deserves to be taken care of.  My heart goes out to you and I pray that God gives you the peace that he has given me to deal with this.  I believe that both of our sons will be better people because of this.  More compassionate and sensitive to others with disabilities.  If there is anything I can help you with or any questions I can answer or if you just need someone who has been there to vent to please email me at randareed1126@yahoo.com.  There is also a message board for parents of children with type 1 on the American Diabetes Association website that has an amazing support system.  Any questions you have someone will have the answer.  There are so many caring parents on their that have felt all the things we have felt and been through it all!  Here is the link to The Place for Parents messageboard http://community.diabetes.org/n/pfx/forum.aspx?nav=messages&webtag=adaparents  \n\nGod bless you and your son.  You will be in my prayers.
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This could be a sign of diabetes onset.  Get to your doctor to be tested.
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Are you a diabetic? please check your blood, because this happens to diabetic people.
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sounds as though he may have pancreatitis- it is an inflamation of the pancreas. it is a glad that sits behind the lower part of the stomach and extends down toward the spleen and left kidney. the pancreas has two primary functions- to produce digestive enzymes and release  glucogen and insulin- \nreccomended  nutrients-\nchromium picolinate-300-600mcg daily-maintaines blood sugar\n\ngarlic- as directed on label  - antiviral and antioxidant\n\ndigestive enzymes- as directed on label- needed for proper digestion-\n\nyou may also want to use acidophilus to help maintain healthy flora in the digestive tract-\n some supplements canno't be taken- for example people with high blood pressure may want to avoid garlic as it thins the blood.  if you can't afford a DR. then please research the problem and the things that are good for it before taking them-\nenzymes and acidolphus are things that are already in our bodies so this should not be a problem-   \ndiet is the main cause of diabetes- even a ripe apple can cause a spike in the sugar levels. perhaps you husband could keep a journal of what he is eating to find out if anything is setting off this pain-  i eat a great deal of raw(uncooked) veggies- salads- and friut- this helps with my pain- i also take acidophilus and garlic- green foods, and enzymes(if i eat a cooked meal) which i do.    you have a vast amount of info at your fingertips here on the internet- use it to your advantage- God bless you!       most supplements can be purchase at walmart
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No.\n\nType 1 diabetes is an auto-immune disease, like some kinds of arthritis or lupus. It requires an inherited susceptibility (traced to certain kinds of HLA antigens), and a trigger. the trigger is usually infection from any of several things, commonly viruses. German measles is one, as are several members of the Coxsackie virus family. During such an infection, the immune system 'learns' to attack cells with certain surface markers, and beta cells have such markers. At least that's the current best idea of what ususally happens. The beta cells get killed (having the wrong markers) and that ends your internal insulin production. Food has nothing to do with it. \n\nType 2 diabetes is more complex. It is strongly inherited, but is also influenced by environment. Those carrying more weight than they should, and the elderly, are more likely to get it. Hence its older names: obesity-related and adult-onset diabetes. It has recently been discovered that fat tissue, especially fat tissue around the abdominal organs (but not on thighs or hips or chins or ...) produce several hormones, just like the endocrine glands. Some of those hormones affect other cells, and one of them makes them  more resistant to insulin. That is, when insulin is present, it's harder for those cells to take up glucose from the blood. This is insulin resistance and it's at the heart of Type 2 diabetes. Some can be treated with diet, exercise, and supervision; some require all that and oral medications as well; some require insulin, perhaps in addition to an oral medication. \n\nObiously, it's not only sugar which can cause fat like this. Overeating anything, perhaps especially fats, can cause weight gain. Ther's nothing special about weight gain from sugar as opposed to weight from the fat in meats. \nAnyone who eats enough to become a little thick here and there has increased their chance of getting Type 2. Lack of exercise seems to be significant as well. So, whether it's sugar or anything else that you eat too much of, you can increase your chance of getting Type 2. \n\nThe only direct effect of sugar is a speculative one. In the extreme pure sugar (or sugar in solution, like a soft drink) will go into the bloodstream very quickly. This will cause a rapid rise in blood glucose level, and perhaps to a high spike in that level. There is some speculation that too many cases of such rapid spikes causes damage to beta cells in the pancreas or to other cells, in such a way as to increase the chance of developing Type 2 diabetes. Thus far, there only suspicions along this line as an experimental study to test this prediction would be difficult to design and carry out. Not to mention expensive. No drug company will finance such a study as there is no prospect of a salable drug resulting. \n\nIt's probably best to avoid 'empty calories' in any case. The classic examples are soft drinks which are basically nothing but flavored sugar water. Check the nutrient label the next time you see a soft drink bottle.
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Type 1 is not always being born with it, I am type one and was 36 when diagnosed, it is rare to have type one at my age but it is not unknown either, diabeties is also hereditary. also can be associated with autoimune syndrom, thyroid problems and also ceoliac, my doctor said the 3 are linked
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you are playing with fire.diabeties is not a joke. you could go on dialyses.have it taken care.better to pay for drs bills instead of ur life
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I really think the only piece of advice to give in the instance is go see the doctor and yes I know you already no this.  It's best to not get this type of advice through this forum.  There are many people out there that know nothing about diabetes yet give lots of advice on the subject.  My question to you is .. Does your husband see an Endocrinologist or a General Practitioner?  If he sees a GP and isn't getting the treatment he needs he really should see an Endocrinologist - a specialist in the field of diabetes.  I only say this because I have found many Type II's do not see one or know that they exist.\n\nI hope you get the answers you need and that it isn't a serious problem.  Sounds like he is taking great care of himself and that is FANTASTIC - It's great he has you looking out for him, we have to help as much as we can!  Good Luck!
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This is a symptom of diabetes.... see your Doctor.
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It could be an indicator of an auto-immune problem, or it could be nothing. The test itself having high levels really doesn't tell anything by itself. You really need to discuss with your doctor if you have other symptoms, what they are, how severe they are, how frequent, what brings them on, and you would really benefit from keeping a journal of all that information, because sometimes there is so much you forget. Write down anything, sometimes things you think are no big deal can be relevant.If you had other tests taken, you should discuss those results as well. I have SLE (lupus) and I know from personal experience that it takes a lot of positive factors and time to determine a person even has an auto-immune problem. You are your own best advocate, so speak up for yourself. In the meantime, check out these websites, they may be able to help with information specific to the condition you are being checked for, support for you and your family, and possibly links to other sites that specialize in your particular problem. Good luck!
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Have your blood tested for blood sugar level..etc, doctor will let you know
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It means that you are borderline diabetic. My guess is that you may be gaining weight (don't feel bad I gained weight and became hypoglycemic as well) or are overweight and that has caused your pancreas to start slowing its production of insulin because of having to overproduce it for so long. Take the weight off and you should be fine depending on how overweight you are. But if it's genetic, hmm you can try to watch what you eat by limiting carbs, sugars, and portions. Eat more fruits and vegetables (provided they are fruits low in sugar and small in size). If you start get several urinary tract infections that really means you are getting into diabetes.
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You need to see a doctor and get a glucose tolerance test.  That is a high fasting blood sugar and needs investigating...;
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i am a diabetic and have been for 15 years   It does not hurt to be tested but the 2 concerns i would not be to worrried about special about the thirst since you said you were hot most of the time the headaches could be some other health problem and you may want to check that out   It does not hurt to go in for a yearly physical and ask to be checked for sugar low or high   it sounds you have more concern to be a low diabetic than high so you might be hypoglycemic