I received the following e-mail, and thought the subject one that might resonate with some of our readers: should you discuss with your present physician that you want to see a more knowledgeable specialist.
"I have a very good GP. He is also a pain specialist which helps me with my severe back and sciatic pain. He is a friend.
"He has tried several treatments (pills) that didn't work for my diabetes until settling on Lantus (I am up to 30 units) which is working except for I am...
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Finding out your child has type 1 diabetes can be terrifying, and figuring out how to work diabetes care management into your life can be downright... Read more »
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