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Knowing the signs of and symptoms of juvenile diabetes could save a
life. Paying attention to complaints of children is urgent.
Diabetes mellitus is a disease affecting millions and millions of
people in the United States and other countries. Catching the disease
in enough time to adjust to it is key to fending off consequences of
the symptoms. Left unchecked this disease, in all its forms, can lead
to heart disease, poor joint health and circulation, blindness and
stroke.
There are three classifications of diabetes mellitus. The
classification that affects children the most is Type 1 Diabetes
Mellitus, formerly known as juvenile diabetes. This disease
classification affects between 5-10% of the diabetes community. Type
1 diabetes mellitus patient's bodies do not produce enough insulin,
which is a hormone that is needed to convert sugars and starches and
other foods into energy. Some of the symptoms of juvenile diabetes
are frequent urination, an unusual thirst, extreme hunger, an unusual
weight loss and showing extreme fatigue and unusual irritability.
Insulin is used to treat this condition.
Determining the existence of diabetes mellitus is a matter of
taking a blood test. Typically this test is taken after a 12 hour
fast to be sure that the numbers they are seeing are from your blood
and not something you have ingested.
Without proper diagnosis and treatment, Type 1 diabetes mellitus
can destroy a child's life. With proper treatment a child can live a
long and happy life. There will be an adjustment for them of learning
how to take care of themselves properly and a period of adjusting to a
new diet plan. They will need to be very careful what they eat and be
sure to get enough exercise.
Although diabetes mellitus is not the end of the world, in an
untreated state, it can cause heart disease, circulation difficulty,
joint difficulty, stroke and in some cases blindness. Ignoring this
disease is not suggested. If you suspect someone you know has this
disease, talk to a physician. Do not be afraid to mention symptoms
you think might be minor. It is much better to talk with your
professional than to take a chance with a young life. Be sure to get
help right away, the longer you wait the harder it will be to
treat.
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