What do to when a Child with Juvenile Diabetes gets Sick

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It’s never fun when a child gets sick with a cold or flu. They don’t feel good, sometimes

get grumpy and need to be taken care of. This is true for a child with juvenile diabetes

too, but there is the added concern of how their blood glucose levels will be affected by

the illness. This is just another hurdle to deal with once your child has been diagnosed

with diabetes.

If you are giving your child an over-the-counter or prescription medicine be sure to read

the labels and warning or talk to the pharmacist. Some medications will cause a child’s

blood sugar to be elevated and this should be taken into account when planning insulin

dosage and meal plans.

If your child is sick and has no appetite or is vomiting, it is still important that they take

their insulin. By testing their blood sugar frequently you can determine an adjusted

amount of insulin to give them but don’t skip it entirely. If your child’s blood sugar is

too low and they cannot eat anything try giving them a soda that is not sugar free.

Keep in mind that when your child is ill or stressed (or both) their blood sugar will be

raised by that alone. If you are unsure how to help your child or you cannot get their

blood sugars under control, call your doctor for advice.

When your child is sick, check their ketones more often than just in the morning when

they have fasted. If they are not eating because of nausea they could be spilling ketones

into their urine and suffer from ketoacidosis. This is a serious condition that needs

medical attention. Make sure your child is receiving their regular insulin injections and

are drinking plenty of fluids in order to prevent this condition from developing.


What do to when a Child with Juvenile Diabetes gets Sick

Type 2 Diabetes in Children

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The type of diabetes the majority of children are diagnosed with is type 1 diabetes. Type

2 diabetes is associated with the disease when it is diagnosed in adults – also called adult-

onset. There are cases of children being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and the numbers

are growing.

A big contributor to the increase in these numbers is poor lifestyle and diet choices for

our children. But this is not the only cause and may not be the cause at all for some. Just

because a child is overweight or eats unhealthy does not mean he or she will get type 2

diabetes. Although, these lifestyle choices are factors that can increase the chances of it

happening.

Symptoms or factors that are present in children who have been diagnosed with type 2

diabetes include the following:

* A child who is over their healthy weight range or is considered obese

* Many members of the family have been diagnosed with diabetes (most times this

will include one of the parents)

* Some of the same symptoms shown in type 1 diabetes may appear with type 2

diabetes as well – increased urination (frequency), unquenchable thirst, and

feeling very lethargic

Some children will show none of the above signs and it can be hard to diagnose them

with type 2 diabetes. Annual check-ups with your doctor are important. Discuss with

your doctor your family’s medical history. If there is diabetes present in your family

members your doctor may want to run routine tests even in the absence of additional

signs or symptoms.

The treatment for this type of diabetes is sometimes the same as type 1 diabetes. In some

patients, they will have to take an insulin injection every day. But, with type 2 diabetes,

depending on the severity of the disease, it is also possible to control blood glucose levels

with diet and exercise alone.


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Traveling and Juvenile Diabetes

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Planning on a family vacation? Don’t worry trips and other family outings do not have to

be restricted because your child has been diagnosed with juvenile diabetes. You can do it

all still but there are some extra preparations and planning that will have to happen first.

The preparations you make is going to be dependant on what kind of trip you are

planning, for how long and the activities that you will be participating in.

It is a good idea if you are going out of town on an airplane or by car to get some

documentation from your doctor. You should get a letter that explains your child’s

condition and an extra prescription for any unforeseen eventualities. If you are going on

a lengthy plane ride, you will need the letter to get permission to bring your child’s

medicine and syringes onto the airplane with you instead of storing them in your luggage.

If you are unsure what special arrangements you are going to need to make, speak to your

doctor. If you are going on a vacation that will involve lots of extra physical activity

(such as camping or hiking), be sure that you bring extra food to replace the energy that is

going to be used up. If there is going to be less physical activity, more frequent testing of

blood sugar levels will be necessary to make sure too much insulin isn’t being used.

When traveling a distance that involves crossing different time zones, be prepared to

make additional adjustments to your child’s eating schedule. No matter what the clock

says, your child is going to need their insulin and food on their body’s time. Again, your

doctor can help you make a plan for this adjustment and it will be based on the length of

your trip, the difference in time zones, and your child.


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The Symptoms of Juvenile Diabetes

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If diabetes runs in your family, you may already be aware of the symptoms to look for to

see if your child might have juvenile diabetes. If the disease is prevalent in your family,

your doctor may run routine screening tests as a precautionary measure in the form of

blood work. But this isn’t always the case. If your child exhibits any of the symptoms

listed below you should schedule and appointment with your health care provider to have

them looked into.

If your child is exhibiting these symptoms, they could be a sign that he or she has

juvenile diabetes:

* Extreme thirst – this can be defined as a need to drink constantly without be

satiated.

* Going to the bathroom to urinate more than usual. In some cases your child may

wet the bed because of the increased need to urinate.

* Vision difficulties. Your child is complaining that they cannot see things properly

or that they are blurry.

* Losing weight, you may notice a sudden drop in your child’s weight that is not

linked to any other causes such as a recent bout of the flu.

* Mood changes, the highs and lows of your child’s blood sugar can cause them to

be grumpy or bad-tempered with little provocation.

* A constant desire to eat, this is considered a symptom when the amount of food

your child wants to eat is more than normal.

* Suffering from stomach aches or pangs with our without vomiting.

All of the above symptoms could mean that your child has diabetes but only blood work

ordered by your doctor will prove that. Another point to note is that the above symptoms

do not develop over time; it may be quite obvious to you that something is amiss as these

changes can happen quite abruptly.


The Symptoms of Juvenile Diabetes

The Risk Factors for Juvenile Diabetes

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Although there is no known cause for juvenile diabetes there are risk factors that can

contribute to the likeliness a child will be diagnosed with the disease. As some forms of

type 1 diabetes are an autoimmune disease you can be at a higher risk if you have already

been diagnosed with a different autoimmune disease. There are also some conditions

surrounding a mother’s pregnancy and labor than could contribute to the diagnosis of

juvenile diabetes.

If your child has been diagnosed with one of these autoimmune disease he or she is

considered at a higher risk for diabetes in childhood:

* If your child has had one of these viruses: hepatitis, mumps, or CMV disease

* Thyroid problems known as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism (or Graves

disease)

* Celiac disease

There has been some evidence that has shown that a child born to a mother over the age

of 35 could be at higher risk for developing type 1 diabetes. This is not conclusive and it

is not to say that a child born to a younger mother is not at risk as well. Some studies

indicate that a mother who had pre-eclampsia during pregnancy will give birth to a baby

with a higher risk of being diagnosed – but this is not a proven fact.

Other risk factors include race – people from Northern Europe or areas of the

Mediterranean – are considered at higher risk than other races. Environmental and

dietary factors can play a role too. If a child is under a lot of stress it is considered a

reason why he or she may go onto develop type 1 diabetes. Dietary risks factors include

high levels of dairy and nitrosamines (used as a preservative in some meats and cheeses).

Exposure to toxins is considered a risk factor too.


The Risk Factors for Juvenile Diabetes

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Telling friends and family about your child being diagnosed with juvenile diabetes may

bring about mixed emotions. You don’t want your child to be pitied, you don’t want

them to be looked at differently, yet you do need people to understand that your child will

need some special considerations sometimes.

When you first tell people they will either provide positive support, be neutral, or there

may be some negative reactions. The first two reactions are not a problem, you may get

offers of support or it may be a non-issue for others. It is the naysayers you need to be

careful of. You know it is a serious disease and you need to be sure your child is aware

of it too but you don’t need outsiders bringing doom and gloom into the situation. There

are tools and support to manage diabetes and your child can still expect a full and happy

life.

The easiest way to deal with negative reactions from friends and family members is to

educate them. Most times they have an incorrect impression of what diabetes is, how it is

managed, and the long-term effects. It is serious but damage can be minimized with

good control.

Your child may be nervous telling his or her friends too – afraid that they will be looked

at as different. Most children will have a neutral reaction or none at all. It is not

something that will affect friendships and it is not a problem. If your child does suffer

from teasing or taunting because they cannot have candy or some other silliness – let

them talk to you about it and express their feelings. Some of their friends may have

questions and some may not. If there is a concern with how your child is being treated or

how the diagnosis will be received speak with your child’s teacher.


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Juvenile Diabetes in Younger Children

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When younger children are diagnosed with juvenile diabetes is can be very hard on them.

They may not understand the severity of the disease and all of the restrictions that are

placed on them. It is going to take patience and time for them to get used to their new

lifestyle and the changes that go with it. Here are some tips to make the transition a little

easier.

Join a support group of other parents whose children have been diagnosed with juvenile

diabetes. There experience in dealing with situations that you are going through can help

to give you ideas and let you know that you are not alone on this journey. Not only can

this type of group benefit the parents, it is for the children too. It will be beneficial for

them to have friends that have diabetes too. As they grow older, these friendships can

last a lifetime based on the common link of juvenile diabetes.

In the beginning especially you may feel guilt because you are constantly saying no to

your child. It is for their own good that they can’t have treats whenever they want but it

doesn’t make it any easier. Steel yourself against the cries, begging, and whining that

may ensue and know that it will get easier as time goes on. Change is difficult for many

including kids.

As your child get older and has more experience under their belt, involve them in the

process of managing their diabetes. This will help them feel more in control of their

disease and as the same time prepare them for the time when they are going to be on their

own and have to take care of their own injections and blood glucose monitoring.

Each child is different and is going to handle the changes in their own way. Be their to

support and help your child in whatever way they need.


Juvenile Diabetes in Younger Children