TYPE 1 DIABETESE IN CHILDREN

Diabetes is one of the commonest problems of the world right now . About 13000 children are diagnosed as diabetics in America each year .  Type 1 ( due to defective insulin production by beta cells ) diabetese is considered commonest cause of diabetes in children  . It is also called juvenile diabetes and tends to begin in childhood . In it the pancreas does not produces sufficient insulin due to the destruction of pancreatic cells , which is autoimmune mediated . insulin is required to normalize the level of sugar in blood .

SYMPTOMS

Increased thirst

Frequency of micturation

Weight loss

Nausea / vomiting

Easy fatiguability

Irritability or behavioural problems

Blurred vision

COMPLICATIONS

Include multi organ damage

Damage to the eyes and nerves

Kidney failure

Oral thrush

Gangrene of the limbs

Increased risk of heart problems

TREATMENT

Making a diabetic diet plan for the child

Monitoring blood sugar levels on regular basis

Urinary ketone testing if required

Regular exercise

Giving insulin via subcutaneous injections

Regular check up of the child

DIABETESE

THE COMMONEST PROBLEM OF THESE DAYS .

And those who have it have certain questions in their mind , what should they eat , what are their risks and how can they take care of themselves .

WHAT  TO  EAT

People with diabetes should try to maintain a healthy weight and eat a diet that is:
« low in fat
« low in sugar
« low in salt
« high in fruit and vegetables (at least five portions a day)

RISKS OF DIABETESE

Diabetes is the leading cause of

 Blindness
 End stage kidney disease
 Non traumatic lower limb amputations .
There is also increased risk of  high blood pressure , heart attack  and stroke .

SO IT IS VERY VERY IMPORTANT TO CARE FOR YOURSELF

HOW  TO  TAKE  CARE  OF  YOURSELF

Make a commitement to managing your diabetes .

Keep your blood pressure and cholesterol under control .

Keep a check of your blood sugar levels and make a record when required .

Schedule your physical and eye examination with your doctor .

Take care of your teeth .