Diabetes occurs in one out of every 500 children. The average age of onset is 9-11 years, but it can occur at any age. Diabetes is not contagious.
Diabetes can run in families.
The signs that a child is developing diabetes include excessive thirst, frequent urination, hunger, weight loss, weight leveling, fatigue, blurred vision, and bed wetting in a child who had been dry. Treatment for a child with diabetes includes twice a day insulin injections, blood sugar testing before meals and a meal plan. Your current schedule and lifestyle are considered when planning a diabetes care regimen. Most children continue in normal activities and with education, can pursue any goal. If your child has some of these symptoms, contact your pediatrician for an evaluation.