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. The Pediatric Diabetes team works with you and your pediatrician for your child's diabetes care. This information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional care.