Question 1

What's a typical day like for a child or teen with type 1 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes is a chronic condition but when controlled with proper diet, physical acitivity, medications, doctors visits a child can lead a relatively normal life.

Question 2

I have a blood sugar of 6.8. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

If HBA1C is 6.8% then it is considered to be Diabetes and you need to consult a Physician.

Question 3

How do I regain lost weight due to diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Regaining weight must be under dietician observation with balanced nutritious meals.

Question 4

Is blood sugar in the 180-220 range bad?

Accepted Answer

A blood sugar reading of more than 180 mg/dL or any reading above your target range is too high. A blood sugar reading of 300 mg/dL or more can be dangerous. If you have 2 readings in a row of 300 or more, call your doctor.

Question 5

What is a high glucose level? Is 115 mg/dl concerning?

Accepted Answer

126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L ) or higher on two separate tests is diagnosed as diabetes.

Question 6

Do ER's check blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

Yes, emergency room protocols have blood sugar check as one of the parameters. It may be done in patients with suspicion on deranged blood sugar levels.

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What's a typical day like for a child or teen with type 1 diabetes?

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I have a blood sugar of 6.8. What should I do?

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What is a high glucose level? Is 115 mg/dl concerning?

Do ER's check blood sugar?

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