What Are The Symptoms of Type I Diabetes?
Most cases of type I diabetes occur during puberty, around 10 to 12 years of age in girls and around 12 to 14 years of age in boys. The symptoms often develop quickly, with parents noticing changes over a period of weeks. Every child experiences symptoms differently, but here are some of the common symptoms to look for: • Weight loss–Unexplained, rapid weight loss, despite eating more than normal, is often the first symptom that parents notice • Extreme hunger–Without insulin to give sugar to the body’s cells, muscles and organs starve for energy, triggering intense hunger • Increased thirst and frequent urination–As fluid is pulled away to handle excess sugar in the bloodstream, your child gets exceptionally thirsty, so you may notice more juice requests and trips to the bathroom • Fatigue–Cells deprived of sugar can make your child tired and lethargic • Blurred vision–High blood sugar may affect your child’s ability to focus his/her eyes clearly • Irritability or unusual behavio
