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  • Managing Blood Sugars When Your Child Has Type 1 Diabetes for Parents


    You've probably heard your child's doctor talk a lot about diabetes control. What is it and why is it important?

  • Definition: Pediatric Endocrinologist for Teens


    A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with diseases of the endocrine system, such as diabetes and growth disorders.

  • Definition: Pediatric Endocrinologist for Parents


    A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with diseases of the endocrine system, such as diabetes and growth disorders.

  • Blood Test: Hemoglobin A1c for Parents


    Doctors use a hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test to determine if your child's diabetes management plan needs to be adjusted.

  • Your Diabetes Health Care Team for Teens


    It takes all of your team members — you, your parents, doctors, dietitians, and mental health pros — to help you take care of your diabetes.

  • Blood Test: C-Peptide for Parents


    A C-peptide test can help doctors tell the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It also can help find the cause of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

  • Urine Test: Dipstick for Parents


    A urine dipstick test is often done as part of an overall urinalysis. The results of this test can help doctors diagnose a urinary tract infection (UTI), kidney disease, diabetes, or a urinary tract injury.

  • Carbohydrates and Diabetes for Teens


    If you have diabetes, your doctor may have recommended keeping track of how many carbohydrates (carbs) you eat. But what exactly are carbs and how do they affect your blood sugar?

  • My Doctor Is a Different Gender. What Do I Do? for Kids


    It can feel strange to take off your clothes at the doctor's office. But your doctor does need to examine you to make sure you are healthy. Here's some advice.

  • Feeling Comfortable With a Doctor of a Different Gender for Teens


    Seeing a new doctor can feel awkward if the person is a different gender and the visit is about something sensitive. These tips can help you feel more at ease.