Juvenile Diabetes
Juvenile Diabetes questions and answers
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Q: juvenile diabetes?
Does anyone have experience with juvenile diabetes? I'm a little worried about my one year old son. Type 1 diabetes runs in my husbands family, although most of his relatives were fine until they were in their 30s and 40s. I have noticed that my son acts desperately thirsty. When we give him a drink he finishes it quickly and cries until we give him more. He will drink until he is gagging. I just looked up the symptoms of juvenile diabetes and it mentioned labored breathing as well. Several people have mentioned to me that they thought it was strange that he is always out of breath. I just assumed it was because he is always running. Other than that he is a very healthy child. We just went to the doctor yesterday and she said that he looks fantastic. He is in the 97th percentile for height and very healthy 26lbs. He is very active and never sits down. Do I have reason to be concerned?
he just went for a well baby check. If you have kids you know it's like in the Dr.'s office with a screaming 1 year old who just got shots and a doctor who doesn't want to waste more than 5 minutes on you. I remembered to ask about the breathing (which she said not to worry about), but frankly I forgot about his drinking habits...
A: These were my daughter's exact symptoms. It progressed from there to fatigue and weight loss. I took her in because she was drinking so much. It took 1 minute to prick her finger and get a blood sample and a diagnosis. They then called an ambulance to take us to the hospital. They said that if I had waited one more day she would have gone into a life-threatening coma.
I have since learned that diabetes is more frequently passed through the father's side of the family. This was our case. Her grandfather had it, but not my husband, so we weren't that suspicious at first.
It's such a quick, easy test... Please, please do it.
Q: Juvenile Diabetes?
i am concerned that my son might have diabetes. He has an increase in thirst about 3X as much as before. increased urination, and you can tell he just isnt feeling well. Are these common signs and what else should i look for? He has appt with the doctor next week. By the way he is 14 months old and diabetes runs in my family but usually when you get older. Does this mean he has a higher chance of diabetes even at a younger age? Any help would be great!
also what is the normal range for his blood sugar to be at for his age?
A: Yes he's more at risk with a genetic factor, how much depends on which type is in your family and who has it. Type 2 isn't as picky as type 1 in it's genetics, and cousins, nephews, etc are all within its reach.
Maybe the only good thing about it is its very unique symtoms. Yes he has some symptoms. Others include funky smelling breath and pores, irritability, labored breathing, unexplained sleepiness and ultimately projectile vomiting. Call his doctor and relay your concerns. Based on their follow-up questions they'll alleviate your fears or have you come in for a check. If you want to put your mind at ease now, you could check his ketones. They're non-prescription urine test strips. Lay one against a wet diaper (can't be tainted with fecal matter though). Ketone test results should be negative. If he's newly diabetic, they'll be thru the roof. Call your pedi right away, he'll likely send you to the ER.
You could also check his sugar with a friend's monitor but I really dont recommend it. There's too much to weigh in. It matters if he's not feeling well, when he ate last, how much and what that was. You're not seasoned enough to consider all the variables.
Q: How can I get information on paying for medical supplies for a juvenile who has diabetes?
I have a cousin that has juvenile diabetes. The family has no insurance and it probably over the income for a medical card/chips program.
A: Don't be so sure about being over the income for the chips program. They should at least try to apply. They might have to pay a portion of the cost but would at least be able to get medical supplies with the prescription plan.
Q: What is something that I can give to the people who donate to the Juvenile Diabetes fund?
So, I wanted to start collecting money as donations for the Juvenile Diabetes fund, but I also wanted to be able to give the people who donate a little something. I also think that that would attract more people to donating. For example, when I collected money for the Breast Cancer fund, I gave out little pink Breast Cancer ribbons to each person that donated. I wanted to do something a little different for diabetes though. So, does anyone have an idea?
A: I am a captain for a team for the Diabetic Walk here in my city this weekend, and I gave out pins for people to wear that say "Support Diabetes Awareness". There are several companies you can order from (I found mine on Google) and they really don't cost much. I had thought about putting "I Supported Diabetes Awareness"....
People around me seem to like the starts that have "_______ donated to the American Diabetes Association Walk"....I had them at the grocery stores and they would put them in the windows so people could see how many donated.
Q: Is fattness a problem with juvenile diabetes?
First, my thanks to you all for your usefull tips regarding my son's juvenile diabetes. We changed his diet, got a nutritionist, but he is getting plumper by the day. Is there need to worry?
A: I would be careful with the weight, yes. I hope he is eating low-fat foods along with watching carbs and exercising a little each day, like at least a 20 minute walk or better. Insulin has a tendency to make you put on weight but I believe you can concur this by the right diet and a little exercise.
Q: how does Juvenile diabetes effect your period?
I am 18 years old and have had Juvenile Diabetes for 12 years now and i do not seem to have a regular period! i am 5'6 and am not over weight at all! is this because of my Diabetes and if so what can be done about it?
A: You should talk about this with your endocrinologist. Get your hormones tested, too.
Q: I need stories about when you were first diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes?
Hi,
My teacher gave me an assignment to do; find stories of when people were first diagnosed w/juvenile diabetes. She wants do know how you found out, where you found out, what the symptoms were (how often were you going to the bathroom, etc) , how you reacted, how nurses/ doctors treated you, and anything and everything else you can think of. Please dont be afraid of writing whatever you want to, right about what happened minute by minute. Include small details, and make it as long as you need to.
A: My symptoms actually started about a month or two before I found out. One of the first few signs (which I didn't even know about at the time) was thirst. I would drink about 10 cups of water of juice a day (which was a lot more than regular). The following weeks I began having frequent urination (which I thought was from all the water I was drinking, but noo, haha.), as well as blurred vision. I actually went to the optometrist (SP?) to get glasses, because I thought my eyesight was going. When they checked my blood pressure, I noticed it was higher than normal, but I didn't pay much attention to it. The following couple of weeks, I began feeling sick as if I had a cold or fever, having a pale face, etc. On the day that I was my sickest, I went to school having a craving for an Ice-Orange Shake from Starbucks, so I woke up my dad to drive me before school. That morning I couldn't even chew a sandwich, and I was shivering really bad. During the middle of the school day, I began to become severely pale. And was insisted to go home. I waited in the nurses office for almost an hour before my ride came. When I went home, I immediately began puking all over the carpet. I eventually had even more CRAVINGS, but this time for strawberries. My parents knew nothing of diabetes at the time, so they kept feeding me porridge (which made my blood sugar even higher!). I eventually limped all across the house.. and become unconscious. I cannot remember if this was the next day, or the same day, but all I remember was being dragged by a 911 ambulance. They did all bunch of testing (which I can't remember, cause of the whole unconscious/barely conscious/sleepy/faint situation, haha.). All I remember was I was dropped off at some small clinic, tested, and sitting on a portable bedpan waiting for hours for something. After that situation, I was transported to UC Davis Hospital. In the car, I was EXTREMELY thirsty. And I would constantly tell the transporting doctors(?) that I was thirsty.. over and over again. Haha. When I arrived at the hospital. I was transported to the emergency care section for children (I believe, haha.). There were all sorts of tubes, and IVS stuck in my arms and hands. They would not allow me to eat or drink for the next day and a half. I did not know what was going on at the time (but during the clinic/ambulance day, even faint/unconscious, I somehow heard, 'Oh, he has diabetes'). But it didn't hit me at that time. If you would like to know more, haha. (considering this is already a long answer as it is), please email me at j.mths@yahoo.com for the rest of my story(:
Q: Is it possible to use human stem cells to cure juvenile diabetes?
Is it possible to use human stem cells to cure juvenile diabetes?
A: yes it is very possible. In fact human stem cells could quite possible cure certain types of cancer, parkinsons disease and many other diseases!
Q: does juvenile diabetes have any affect on my ability to get drunk?
i can drink a 12 pack and not feel anything. could my diabetes have anything to do with this?
A: Alcohol IS sugar. If you have a death wish keep up the stupidity. Seems like you have a self esteem problem which will likely lead you to some serious medical problems soon. Not too smart.
Q: The Symptoms of juvenile diabetes include fatigue, increased urine output and thirst.?
why do these symptoms occur? Why would you urinate more when you have diabetes? What causes these symptoms?
A: Jessica,
There is not an exact finding as to why and how diabetes occur but symptoms are listed below:-
n both the types of diabetes, signs and symptoms are more likely to be similar as the blood sugar is high, either due to less production of insulin, or no production or insulin resistance. In any of the case if there is inadequate glucose in the cells, it can be identified through certain signs and symptoms. These symptoms are quickly relieved once the Diabetes is treated and also reduce the chances of developing serious health problems.
Diabetes Type 1:
In type 1, the pancreas stop producing insulin, due to autuimmune response or possibly viral attack on pancreas. In absence of insulin, body cells does not get glucose for producing ATP (Adenosin Triphosphate) units which results into primary symptom in the form of nausea and vomiting. In latter stage which leads to ketoacidosis in which body starts breaking down muscle tissue and fat for energy, there is consequently fast weight loss. Dehydration is also usually observed due to electrolyte disturbance. In advance stages even coma and death, are being witnessed.
Diabetes Type 2:
* Increased fatigue : Due to inefficiency of cell to metabolise glucose, reserve fat of body is metabolised to gain energy. When fat is broken down in the body, it uses more energy as compared to glucose, hence body goes in negative calorie effect, which results in fatigue.
* Polydipsia : As the concentration of glucose increases in the blood, brain receives signal for diluting it and in its counteraction we feel thirsty.
* Polyuria: Increase in urine production is the result seen when excess of glucose is present in body. Body tries to get rid of the extra sugar in the blood by excreting it through the urine. This can also lead to dehydration because excreting the sugar which carries a large amount of water out of the body along with it.
* Polyphegia : The hormone insulin is also responsible for stimulating hunger. In order to cope up with high sugar levels in blood, body produces insulin which leads to increased hunger.
* Weight flactuation : Factors like loss of water (polyuria), glucosuria , metabolism of body fat and protein may lead to loss of weight. Few cases may show weight gain due to increased appetite.
* Blurry vision : Hyperosmolar hyperglycemia nonketotic syndrome is the condition when body fluid is pulled out of tissues including lenses of eye, which affects the ability of lenses to focus resulting in blurry vision.
* Irritability : It is one of the sign of high blood sugar because of the inefficient supply of glucose to brain and other body organs, which makes us feel tired and uneasy.
* Infections : Certain signals from the body is given whenever there is fluctuation of blood sugar (due to suppression of immune system) by frequent infections of fungal or bacterial like skin infection or UTI (urinary tract infection).
* Poor wound healing : High blood sugar resists the flourishing of WBC, (white blood cell) which are responsible for body immune system. When these cells do not function accordingly, wound healing is not at good pace. Secondly, long standing diabetes leads to thickening of blood vessels which may affect proper circulation of blood in different body parts.
http://www.helpondiabetes.com/SymptomsofDiabetes.php
Q: Can you provide some Juvenile Diabetes items for the avatars, please?
I have 2 children w/Juvenile Diabetes & would love to have an avatar shirt or something like that w/the JDRF symbol.
A: that would be really cool :)
Q: Need ideas to feed 4 yr old new diagnosed with juvenile diabetes?
He cannot eat food with nitrates such as hot dogs, etc. There is so much out there that has sugar, even naturally. What are some ideas of what he might be able to eat and be willing to try and may like?
A: Get into a good site for help with meal planning and suggestions for foods that he can have. The website I'm putting below has an excellent selection of "goodies" and other great recipes that I'm sure you will find to be to your son's liking and within the dietary requirements to keep his diabetes under control.
For hot dogs, try looking for some that are all natural ingredients like the Hebrew National brand or I believe it's Nathans, that don't have the nitrates and other ingredients that are not so healthy. Turkey franks or chicken franks can be a possible choice too.
I really love the dlife recipe site. I use it a lot to find new and tasty dishes and there are loads that will please a child's taste. Take a look around and see.
Q: Was trying to explain juvenile diabetes to my son?
I just wanted to tell each and every one of you THANK YOU for your advise and taking the time. It has been very helpful.
A: Gina had just turned 3 when she was first diagnosed and where her whole life changed overnight and injections started and food changed, she demanded to know what was happening and why. Any time I tried to explain she looked at me blankly... it's complicated no matter how you slice it. Then I said "It's kind of like being allergic to sugar." and she was fine.
Kids that age dont need detail, definitions or precision. They want an explanation in words they can understand. And they'd like it in one sentence because that's how much they can remember. A sentence they can tell other kids if/when they choose to share it.
Q: How do I tell my parents I might have Juvenile Diabetes?
I had another question earlier. And the thing I'm not getting answered is how to tell my parents. I really need to be tested and my mom laughed last night when I told her. She doesn't understand how serious this is. I'm losing lots of weight and my pants are now really big on me. And I have so many other symptoms, too. How do I tell my parents that I need to be tested right away?
A: Go to the internet and look for the signs of juvenile diabetes and give them to your parents. Sit them down and tell them how you've been feeling and tell them how serious this is and how it makes you feel. Or even go to your school's nurse and get her/him to speak to your parents. I hope this helps.
Q: What's the oldest age you can get juvenile diabetes at?
I'm sure it varies, but commonly, at what age would type 1 be type 2?
My dad was diagnosed at age 23, type 1 diabetes. I'm 18 and, though never tested, don't think I have it.
A: You can develop either type at any age. Quite a few elderly patients will get type 1. Ann Rice developed type 1 not too long ago (she's not elderly, but still she well into adulthood), and I know a 5yo with type 2. The terms juvenile and adult onset are being used far less frequently these days.