Diabetic without an appetite

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Registered: 11-03-2007
Diabetic without an appetite
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Sat, 11-03-2007 - 12:36am

I need some advice.  My mom-in-law is an insulin dependant diebetic, age 85.  She says she has no appetite and won't eat much.  She thinks not eating should help her levels stay down but the doctor isn't pleased with her recent tests.  I'm trying to find some web site or book resources that will give me more information.  I can't believe starving herself would help.  I'm worried that it's doing the opposite and raising her levels.  Any information would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks.

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Fri, 11-09-2007 - 9:52am
Mary Frances....

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Fri, 11-09-2007 - 7:50pm

It might help to to see if there is a way to email the doctor or his nurse about various concerns or things that are she is being made aware of!!!


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Fri, 11-09-2007 - 7:59pm

Since there is apparently a daughter close by, if she is taking care of her mom, I don't know about anyone stepping in...


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Registered: 11-03-2007
Sun, 11-11-2007 - 11:05pm

Thank you, ladies, for your suggestions.

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Registered: 03-29-2003
Mon, 11-12-2007 - 2:51pm

When you talk to your MIL's Dr. do not expect information about her to come from that Dr.

2sweet02

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Mon, 11-12-2007 - 6:56pm

Her MIL can give permission for the dr to talk to them.


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