What Are Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms?
Although type 1 diabetes is only responsible for 5% to 10% of all diabetes cases, it is the leading cause of diabetes in children. In most cases, the onset is rapid and you’ll be able to pinpoint when symptoms began. Common type 1 diabetes symptoms include: • Extreme thirst • Frequent urination • Lethargy / drowsiness • Breath odor (fruity, sweet or wine-like) • Sugar in urine • Sudden vision changes, blurred vision • Increased appetite, constant hunger • Sudden weight loss • Heavy, labored breathing • Vomiting, often mistaken for a case of gastroenteritis • Stupor / unconsciousness (diabetic ketoacidosis – DKA) What Are the Long-Term Risks of Childhood Diabetes? Juvenile diabetes presents the risk of long term complications. In addition to the risks listed below, autoimmune diseases like celiac disease and autoimmune thyroiditis are linked to type 1 diabetes.
