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More than ten years ago, I was surprised by the diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes (T1D) in one of my children.  The most likely explanation is the association between viral infections and the development of T1D. Formerly called Juvenile Diabetes, T1D is due to the auto-immune destruction of the cells that make insulin and requires continuous replacement of insulin and blood glucose monitoring. More recently, there has been an increased incidence in T1D in children following COVID-19 infection. 

 

Common signs that indicate T1D are increased thirst and night wakings to go to the bathroom. In more serious cases, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can develop. DKA looks a lot like the flu with vomiting and lethargy, and a simple finger prick to check blood glucose should be used to rule out T1D or indicate appropriate treatment. Missing an accurate diagnosis puts the child in greater danger. 

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A day in the life of a diabadass
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