How Childhood Diabetes Occurs
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Type 1 diabetes is often the most common type of diabetes that occurs during childhood. It is a genetic disorder which causes the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin. Children do not often live the type of lifestyle that often causes type 2 diabetes therefore type 1 amounts to nearly all of the cases of childhood diabetes. It is not as common as diabetes experienced in adulthood but can still cause the same types of symptoms such as thirst and frequent urination. However, some symptoms such as behavioral problems are exclusive to childhood diabetes. Although type 2 diabetes is not as common in childhood it has been on the increase due to poor diet and lack of exercise.
It is not exactly known what causes type 1 diabetes in childhood as many of these children do not have family histories of diabetes. It is often treated using insulin which is an individual treatment method that depends on the case of the child. In many cases, daily dosages are required of both fast and slow acting insulin.
Childhood Diabetes – How Parents can Help
Parents of those suffering from childhood diabetes play an essential role in their care and blood sugar control. The parents of children who suffer from childhood diabetes should learn as much as possible about the condition in order to assist their children. They may be responsible for the daily treatments of insulin but just as importantly they should help the child to control their blood sugar levels using a healthy diet. They should be aware of how different foods and beverages can affect their child’s blood sugar levels and adjust the family’s diet accordingly.
A child may not be responsible enough to take control of their own blood sugar levels so it is up to their parents to keep a careful eye on their child’s health by frequently testing the glucose levels in their blood. They should also ensure that the child uses insulin when required and consumes a diet which will help their body’s to maintain a balance. They need to learn how to correctly and efficiently administer insulin injections and to control their emotions even when their child is protesting or upset about the process. Childhood diabetes requires a lot of education for both the parent and the patient as they must first learn everything there is to know about taking care of the condition and then passing on this knowledge to their children at an early age.
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