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How does diabetes affect a person that has one kidney?

Juju..Jelly belly.. asked:

Diabetes runs in my family and I am scared that I might get it. I recently found out that I was born with one kidney. I havent spoken to a doctor yet but i am curious. Can a person with one kidney and diabetes live a normal life?

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How many Grams of Carbs should someone with type 2 diabetes, or gestational diabetes intake a day?

I am waiting for my second round of blood work to come back with the results as to whether or not i have gestational diabetes.
My OB said she is pretty sure it will come back positive so while im waiting for the final results i want to make sure im not ingesting to many carbs.
 
What is the suggested intake of carbs for someone with gestational diabetes and/or Type 2 diabetes?

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Could having diabetes make you a better person?

I was writing my application essay for college and I am going to do it on a life changing experience.
 
I have had type 1 diabetes since February 2008 and I was wondering if anybody had any suggestions on how it has changed your life.