Guest guest Posted August 8, 2004 Report Share Posted August 8, 2004 Sandy wrote: Are children different or do my instincts tell me I'm right and he needs to be tested for diabetes and thyroid? He has history of diabetes on his dads side. He also 13. 5'10 and about 230 lb.. He has had a myriad of health problems over a number of years and excersize just hasn't been able to play a part in his life. Maybe now this year it can. Sandy, You know me, I'm all in favor of being proactive about your health, and that includes the health of children. Fortunately, mine are grown and all I can do now is plead with them to go to the doctor whenever something unusual appears. If it would ease your mind, then go ahead and make an appointment for your son. His readings don't seem that unusual at all, a 108 as a morning fasting BG is perfectly fine. As for the 146 2-1/2 hours after eating, that's not that much of a rise, and much would depend upon what it was that he had eaten before you did that test. If the meal consisted of a lot of protein, he may have delayed protein digestion just like I do. I have to dose 2-1/2 hours after any meal where I've eaten protein because that's when my protein starts to digest. This is called dual-wave digestion syndrome by some, and it's NOT a diabetic problem, necessarily, and most people aren't even aware of it unless they're testing themselves frequently. What should be a concern would be his genetic background of diabetes and his excessive weight and lack of exercise. Those are the real culprits, and shouldn't be overlooked. Excessive weight is the primary reason that people with a history of diabetes in their family develop the disease. I'm sure you've heard all the reports in the news this year about the thousands of children that are being diagnosed with Type II diabetes, something that wouldn't have happened years ago. Their sedentary lifestyle and weight gain has been found to be the cause for their developing the disease. This, combined with the fact that he's had other medical problems may make him more susceptible. If he were my son, for my own peace of mind, I'd have him tested. Other than repetitively testing him and worring about him, I'd just make the appointment and get the test done....have the answer. This would resolve the constant concern that you have in the back of your mind. I'm not trying to tell you what to do, I think you should do what you think is right for him. With love, hope and prayers, Heidi Heidi H. Griffeth South Carolina SC & SE Regional Rep. PAI Note: All comments or advice are based on personal experience or opinion only, and should not be subsituted for consultation with a medical professional. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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