Questions to Ask Your Doctor

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  • My child has type 1 diabetes, and this is a checkup or follow-up:
  • My child has type 1 diabetes, and they’re sick or having problems.

My child has type 1 diabetes, and this is a checkup or follow-up:

  1. Why are their sugar levels so high?
  2. Can a fever or infection affect how we control their blood sugar?
  3. My child plays sports. Should I give them less medication before a game?
  4. At what age can they give themselves shots?
  5. How can I help them manage his type 1?

My child has type 1 diabetes, and they’re sick or having problems.

  1. Do they need a higher dose of medicine?
  2. If their glucose levels are too high or low, how can I make them pay more attention to testing?
  3. What other conditions could cause these problems?
  4. What tests do they need?
  5. Are they at risk for complications?