The development of diabetes mellitus in children occurs in stages, regardless of the type of disease. The characteristic symptoms appear gradually. Complications indicate the progression of the disease. The body can be intoxicated by large amounts of glucose. Diabetes mellitus is diagnosed in children from one year onward.<\/p>\n
With a lack of insulin, a diagnosis is made – type 1 diabetes mellitus. The pancreas produces very little of this hormone. It is called insulin dependent. The same symptoms are observed in some types of MODY diabetes.<\/p>\n
Neonatal diabetes is diagnosed in children in the first six months of life. This form of the disease is temporary and almost always disappears by the year.<\/p>\n
If type 2 diabetes mellitus is detected, there is enough insulin in the body. The pancreatic hormone cannot actively participate in the metabolism and cannot cope with the processing of sugar. This type is called non-insulin dependent.<\/p>\n
Development of type 1 and type 2 diabetes in children<\/h2>\n
In this case, the body is acutely aware of the lack of insulin. He will be so lacking that cellular hunger will begin. The cells will begin to use the fat stores previously accumulated in the body.<\/p>\n
From this, ketone bodies are formed and the smell of acetone will appear. If there are a lot of acetone and acids, there is a danger of intoxication of the child's body. This is especially dangerous for his brain. In the composition of the blood, these harmful bodies increase and the pH decreases. Against this background, diabetic ketoacidosis develops, and the initial symptoms of diabetes develop. Until a year, such a diagnosis is rarely made.<\/p>\n
The onset of ketoacidosis occurs fairly quickly when type 1 diabetes is diagnosed. This is due to the fact that the entire enzyme system cannot cope with toxic substances. Coma may take only a few weeks after the first symptoms appear. The child's body cannot cope with the problem that has arisen. This disease is especially dangerous for newborns under the age of one year. With the manifestation of MODY, the disease does not pose such a danger. Its course is calmer, and the lack of insulin is not so acute. But the external symptoms will be similar. This is why early detection of the signs of developing diabetes is so important.<\/p>\n
In order to stop the development of diabetes mellitus, a specific treatment is used, and insulin is used. The sooner this happens, the more likely it is to keep the pancreas working and reduce the release of chemicals from the cells. If the gland can produce even a small amount of insulin, diabetes will be easier.<\/p>\n
With an increased amount of insulin or its norm, the baby can be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. In this case, the disease appears in the presence of excess weight. In the body, tissues lose their sensitivity to insulin and the hormone becomes very much.<\/p>\n
If an uncomplicated type of MODY is diagnosed, the disease will develop gradually, over several months. At the same time, it will not be immediately noticeable that the child begins to feel bad. These children may develop ketoacidosis, a complication of diabetes that occurs if the underlying disease is not treated. Treatment of this type requires a mandatory adherence to a special diet.<\/p>\n
What should an adult do when a child shows signs of diabetes?<\/h2>\n
If the child shows signs of diabetes, it is recommended to conduct an examination. This is especially true for families where the closest relatives suffer from diabetes mellitus. You can use a meter or test. After the results are obtained with them, you need to consult a doctor.<\/p>\n
If you do not have such an opportunity to do an analysis at home, you need to contact a pediatrician and undergo a laboratory examination. It is desirable that the analysis be done at the time of the request. In this case, donate blood and urine. If high sugar is found in the body, hospitalization is required. In no case should you refuse it. Because insulin injections and further examination of the child may be required. Your doctor may prescribe diet or other medications.<\/p>\n
Self-medication of diabetes mellitus is life-threatening for a child. Its timely diagnosis will halt the development of the disease at the initial stage. There is no need to be afraid that the child will become insulin dependent. Without this drug, he simply cannot continue to live.<\/p>\n
Causes of the disease<\/h2>\n
The disease is accompanied by an increase in blood sugar levels. +<\/p>\n
Children are most likely to develop type 1 diabetes, in which the body is deficient in insulin and requires subcutaneous injections of the hormone.<\/p>\n
In some cases, type 2 of the disease is found in young patients, which is mainly a consequence of impaired material metabolism.<\/p>\n
The development of pathology occurs under the influence of certain factors that can provoke its appearance.<\/p>\n
Causes of occurrence:<\/p>\n
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- hereditary predisposition;<\/li>\n
- the influence of the environment;<\/li>\n
- birth weight exceeding 4.5 kg;<\/li>\n
- pathological changes in metabolism;<\/li>\n
- early introduction of cow's milk into complementary foods;<\/li>\n
- early inclusion of cereals in the baby's food;<\/li>\n
- transferred infectious diseases;<\/li>\n
- allergy;<\/li>\n
- cardiac pathology;<\/li>\n
- obesity;<\/li>\n
- excessive consumption of food products enriched with dyes, flavorings;<\/li>\n
- hypodynamia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In addition, the onset of diabetes may be preceded by complications during pregnancy that the mother of the child has encountered:<\/p>\n
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- defeat by any virus, especially influenza, rubella or chickenpox;<\/li>\n
- frequent stay of a pregnant woman in stressful situations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
It is important to know that if the disease is detected in one of the twins in the second child, diabetes, although later, is also detected.<\/p>\n
First signs and symptoms<\/h2>\n
Early manifestations of the disease are difficult to notice. The rate of their development depends on the type of diabetes identified in the patient. Insulin-dependent patients have a rapid course of the pathological process, their condition can significantly worsen in a short period (about a week).<\/p>\n
The second type is accompanied by gradually increasing symptoms, which are often overlooked by parents. This attitude towards the deterioration of the child's well-being becomes the primary cause of many serious complications. It is possible to prevent dangerous consequences by knowing the peculiarities of the course of the disease.<\/p>\n
How the disease manifests itself in the early stages:<\/p>\n
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- The need for sweets is increasing. The disease is accompanied by starvation of body cells due to impaired absorption of glucose and the process of its conversion into energy. As a result of such pathological changes, there is a constant desire to consume sweets.<\/li>\n
- The feeling of hunger increases. Diabetes is characterized by a lack of satiety even when enough food is consumed.<\/li>\n
- Decreased activity after completing a meal. Irritability appears in the behavior of children, they refuse active games. When this symptom is combined with other manifestations, parents need to urgently examine their child.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Signs of disease progression:<\/p>\n
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- Thirst (pathological). Parents should always pay attention to the amount of water they drink during the day. Diabetes is characterized by a constant feeling of thirst. Patients tend to drink up to 5 liters of fluid per day, while the mucous membranes remain dry.<\/li>\n
- Polyuria. This symptom means an increase in the volume of urine excreted per day. This condition becomes a consequence of excessive fluid intake. The urge to urinate persists even at night.<\/li>\n
- Weight loss. The onset of the disease is often characterized by weight gain, and then the patient begins to lose weight.<\/li>\n
- Slow healing of the resulting wounds. This is due to damage to small vessels under the influence of high sugar.<\/li>\n
- The appearance on the skin of fungal lesions, purulent formations.<\/li>\n
- Weakness, irritation. These manifestations occur against the background of energy deficiency.<\/li>\n
- The smell of acetone from the mouth. It develops due to an increase in the number of ketone bodies in the body and indicates a high likelihood of coma.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Symptoms of a severe course of the disease:<\/p>\n
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- frequent urge to vomit;<\/li>\n
- dehydration;<\/li>\n
- strong weight loss;<\/li>\n
- clouding of consciousness;<\/li>\n
- disorientation in the surrounding space;<\/li>\n
- loss of consciousness due to the onset of a coma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Timely taking measures and contacting an endocrinologist with complaints about the symptoms that have arisen allow you to avoid dangerous consequences.<\/p>\n
The causes of diabetes in children<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Two groups of factors are involved in the onset of diabetes mellitus in children – internal and external. The first is the inheritance of diabetes from parents. The risk is increased if both parents are sick or have diabetes in their families.<\/p>\n
Children usually develop the first type of diabetes – insulin-dependent. It has special genes that are more common in diabetics than in other people. These include the genes for histological compatibility that are responsible for immunity.<\/p>\n
Since the presence of these genes does not always cause diabetes, some other provoking external factors are needed for its manifestation. They can independently destroy beta cells in the pancreas or cause autoimmune reactions in pancreatic tissue, cells, or their components.<\/p>\n
Read also How to cure type 1 diabetes in a child?<\/p>\n
These factors include:<\/p>\n
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- Viruses of congenital rubella, hepatitis and mumps, Coxsackie B4.<\/li>\n
- Postponed stress.<\/li>\n
- Artificial feeding, as cow's milk protein is similar to pancreatic proteins and antibodies are produced on them.<\/li>\n
- Concomitant diseases with metabolic disorders (thyroid, pituitary or adrenal glands).<\/li>\n
- Reduced immunity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In childhood, diabetes may not manifest itself for a long period, and it can only be determined by examining antibodies to the pancreas and insulin. Such an examination is carried out under the condition of parents with diabetes, or if the child was born with a weight of more than 4.5 kg or with developmental defects.<\/p>\n
Diabetes symptoms in children<\/h2>\n
<\/a>The first symptoms of impaired carbohydrate metabolism in children may be an increased need for sweets, it becomes difficult to endure until the next meal, and hungry headaches often occur.<\/p>\n
After eating, these children develop drowsiness and weakness after 1.5 or 2 hours. When such symptoms appear, you need to be examined by an endocrinologist. Parents should also seek advice if they have signs of persistent skin diseases – furunculosis, neurodermatitis, ichthyosis and pyoderma. Diabetes can be manifested by decreased vision or periodontitis.<\/p>\n
At the next stage, when the pancreas loses its ability to produce insulin, and this happens when 90% of beta cells die, diabetes is manifested by increased thirst and frequent urination. These two symptoms, together with weight loss, are the most common in diabetes mellitus.<\/p>\n
Their appearance is a reflection of an increase in blood glucose levels due to a decrease in the amount of insulin. Glucose attracts water from the tissues, which causes dehydration and intense thirst. Children are especially thirsty in the evening and at night. Urination increases due to the large volume of circulating blood.<\/p>\n
Read also Diabetes mellitus in a child: how to treat?<\/p>\n
Appetite increases. The child eats well, but despite this he loses weight. Fatigue and sleepiness are associated with starvation of cells that are not getting enough nourishment.<\/p>\n
In infants, the most common symptoms are:<\/p>\n
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- The child is not gaining the prescribed weight.<\/li>\n
- After eating, the child becomes worse, and after drinking water, it becomes easier.<\/li>\n
- On the genitals persistent diaper rash with good hygienic care.<\/li>\n
- The urine on the diapers, when dry, forms a dense, like a starched stain. If urine gets on the floor or other surfaces, it becomes sticky.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
At the age of 3 to 5 years, the symptoms of diabetes are not always recognized in time, and it can be detected for the first time with a precoma or coma.<\/p>\n
Most often, children suffer from weight loss, up to exhaustion, the abdomen is enlarged, flatulence, dysbiosis, and unstable stools are worried.<\/p>\n
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Children refuse to eat because of nausea, vomiting, and the smell of acetone from the mouth appears.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Manifestations of diabetes in adolescents<\/h2>\n
<\/a>For children aged 10 years and older, not only the first type of diabetes is characteristic, but also due to the availability of junk food – chips, fast food, sweet soda and physical inactivity associated with hobbies for gadgets, hormonal imbalance develops in the form of the second type of diabetes, progressive against the background of obesity.<\/p>\n
Read also How to beat type 2 diabetes at home?<\/p>\n
Around the age of 13, the symptoms of diabetes are usually easy to identify as they are pronounced. It takes up to six months from the onset of diabetes to its typical manifestations. The disease can actively develop against the background of stress, infections, or have a latent course and come to light during medical examination.<\/p>\n
For schoolchildren, the following symptoms are typical:<\/p>\n
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- Enuresis and increased urinary frequency.<\/li>\n
- Constant fluid deficiency – dry mouth and thirst.<\/li>\n
- Weight loss or dramatic gain.<\/li>\n
- Diabetic blush on cheeks, forehead and chin.<\/li>\n
- Decreased skin firmness.<\/li>\n
- Acne.<\/li>\n
- Fatigue, apathy.<\/li>\n
- Frequent viral and bacterial infections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
In girls, the menstrual cycle may be disturbed, itching may appear in the genital area. In adolescents, the formation of secondary sexual characteristics slows down. For such children, it is very important to normalize nutrition, both at home and at school. What is important is a complete rejection of sugar-containing and flour products and a definite, clear regimen of food intake.<\/p>\n
Sweets can only be used with sugar substitutes and in small quantities, and fatty foods should also be excluded, especially meat, fatty sour cream and cream. Be sure to provide adequate amounts of dietary fiber, protein and vitamins. Useful reception of berry juices from blueberries, lingonberries, vitamin fees with rose hips and chokeberry.<\/p>\n
Who is at risk?<\/h2>\n
In children, the signs of diabetes can be influenced by many factors. It is possible to assume the possibility of the development of the disease, to prevent it in time. The risk zone covers babies who are suitable for the items below.<\/p>\n
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- Genetic predisposition. If there is a close relative with a diabetic at home, then the likelihood of developing painful symptoms in the younger generation increases.<\/li>\n
- Viral diseases give rise to the development of grade 1 diabetes. These include cytomegalovirus, rubella, coxsackie. Children with weak immune systems are especially susceptible to them.<\/li>\n
- Lack of vitamin D. It is known that the lack of the body “vitamin of the sun” stimulates the immune system, increasing the likelihood of the formation of insulin-dependent diabetes.<\/li>\n
- The early introduction of whole cow's milk and cereal cereals, which are difficult for the pancreas, to the infant, can cause diabetes. Do not give natural milk earlier than 1 year old.<\/li>\n
- Drinking water oversaturated with nitrates is a good reason for the development of the disease.<\/li>\n
- Improper nutrition of the child, the use of a large amount of sweets, carbonated drinks, dyes.<\/li>\n
- Past infection by the mother during pregnancy or experiencing severe stress.<\/li>\n
- Low level of activity, sedentary child who rarely walks in the fresh air.<\/li>\n
- The child lives in constant stressful conditions.<\/li>\n
- The baby's birth weight was over 4 kg.<\/li>\n
- Artificial feeding<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Frequent viral infections are the cause of diabetes<\/p>\n
Of course, it is difficult to predict what is the right thing to do so that the signs of diabetes in young children are not found. In many ways, parents can change the state of affairs: do not introduce early complementary foods until six months of age, especially when breastfeeding.<\/p>\n
Observe all the time frames for adding a new product to the general diet when the infant's body is ready to accept it. Give vitamin D when indicated, strengthen immunity from the effects of many viral infections, drink clean, boiled water.<\/p>\n
Differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes<\/h2>\n
High fluid intake is dangerous<\/p>\n
The above are common symptoms related to high blood sugar that should alert parents. It is known that there is diabetes of the first and second degree.<\/p>\n
Difference: the first is insulin-dependent, the second does not depend on the introduction of additional insulin. Each species has its own special features.<\/p>\n
Type 2 diabetes is more common in adolescents or older people. In the group, especially children of about 13 years old who have differences:<\/p>\n
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- obesity,<\/li>\n
- high cholesterol<\/li>\n
- improper diet, frequent consumption of sweets, fast food,<\/li>\n
- high blood pressure,<\/li>\n
- fatty liver.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Excessive flow of urine is one of the symptoms<\/p>\n
Illness during puberty can suddenly worsen, due to hormonal changes in the body.<\/p>\n
This moment cannot be overlooked when looking at the child's condition:<\/p>\n
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- difficulty urinating<\/li>\n
- sharp weight gain<\/li>\n
- urinary incontinence.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Type 1 diabetes is less common in children: symptoms are rarely seen in the initial stages of the disease:<\/p>\n
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- there is a strong thirst,<\/li>\n
- appetite increases,<\/li>\n
- the volume of daily urine increases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Appetite increases as sugar rises<\/p>\n
These are the most frequent indicators of the onset of the disease, a more pronounced condition of the patient manifests itself in an advanced case.<\/p>\n
Table Diabetes in children: symptoms of type 1 and 2:<\/p>\n
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\n Sign<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n First degree<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n Second degree<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Frequent urination<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Thirst<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n High blood pressure<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n Seldom<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Increased appetite<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Strengthening symptoms in other diseases<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Ketoacidosis<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n Seldom<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Patient's age<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n From 0 years<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n After puberty<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Change in body weight<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n Can be any<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n Magnification<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n The appearance of spots on the skin<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n Seldom<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Manifestation of thrush in girls<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n Seldom<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n High cholesterol<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n Seldom<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Detection of blood antibodies that attack the pancreas<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n +<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Signs of diabetes in a child are more often noticed by parents when there is only a hospital and medication ahead. This happens for some reason: if the baby does not outwardly behave suspiciously or 1 of the many symptoms is present, which is not very alarming. Diabetes usually involves several factors in fact.<\/p>\n
Diabetic boy<\/p>\n
If there are suspicions, it is required to donate blood by the laboratory method, in the morning, on an empty stomach. You can check your blood sugar at home with a blood glucose meter. Home measurements should be taken before meals.<\/p>\n
Antibodies in the blood<\/h3>\n
Separately, I would like to highlight the distinctive symptoms of diabetes in a child – the presence of antibodies in the blood. When taking a blood test, you can find them in a type 1 diabetic.<\/p>\n
There are types of antibodies:<\/p>\n
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- to tyrosine phosphatase,<\/li>\n
- to insulin,<\/li>\n
- to the cells of the islets of Langerhans,<\/li>\n
- to glutamate decarboxylase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The absence of antibodies, normal insulin levels, along with high sugar and other hallmarks indicate the development of grade 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n
Definition of the disease in babies<\/h2>\n
Artists are susceptible to the development of the disease<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, children of different ages are susceptible to this ailment, from birth. It is difficult to diagnose negative changes in the infant's body, not being able to speak, it is difficult to express discontent in an understandable form. Many moms use diapers and it is almost impossible to notice the amount and volume of urination.<\/p>\n
If the newborn is breastfeeding, constant thirst cannot be seen, since the baby can spend most of the day at the breast, which is considered normal. Often the symptoms of diabetes mellitus in a young child are determined in the hospital, by laboratory method, after the condition worsens.<\/p>\n
Frequent diaper rash of a baby is a cause for concern<\/p>\n
Sensitive parents should notice changes in their child's behavior. You should be especially careful if relatives have had similar cases. General signs can be used to describe the condition of a diabetic child.<\/p>\n
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- He is gaining weight poorly, having a good appetite, good nutrition. Dystrophy is sometimes manifested.<\/li>\n
- The infant is constantly restless while awake. Sleep is short, intermittent, and may be accompanied by crying. Calmness is noted after drinking liquid.<\/li>\n
- The appearance of diaper rash in the groin area, on the cervical folds, possibly on the arms and legs. It is difficult to get rid of them, by any means.<\/li>\n
- If the baby urinates on the diaper, after drying it becomes stiff, like starched.<\/li>\n
- When urine and sweat hit the surface, they leave sticky marks.<\/li>\n
- Neglected cases suggest the onset of vomiting, dehydration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Frequent tantrums and anxiety are a signal to parents<\/p>\n
These signs are observed in babies under 4 years old, after they can already express themselves calmly, go to the potty, you can notice warning signs earlier. At a young age, the disease is difficult, hypoglycemia often occurs, when the sugar level drops significantly below normal.<\/p>\n
You can determine this state by the following points:<\/p>\n
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- uncontrollable behavior, the baby is very restless,<\/li>\n
- on the contrary, severe weakness, drowsiness, apathy to everything,<\/li>\n
- no appetite, when swallowing food, a gag reflex is possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Hypoglycemia is expressed by weakness<\/p>\n
Knowing the health problems of your blood, you first need to check your glucose level, then be sure to give sweets to increase sugar. Checking should be done to make sure that the child is not pretending to get sweets, but really needs it.<\/p>\n
TIP: it is necessary to discuss with the teenager in advance the peculiarities of his illness, from the age of 5 they already perfectly understand what is happening around them, they can manipulate their parents. To prevent this from happening, you need to explain to the child the seriousness of what is happening. Sweet food is useful in certain cases, in others it is harmful.<\/p>\n
A few words about the disease<\/h2>\n
Diabetes mellitus is the general name for a disease associated with an increase in the concentration of sugar in the patient's blood. Many do not know that there are several types of pathology, and the mechanism of their development is radically different. Type 1 diabetes is more common in children with a genetic predisposition to the disease. Sometimes stress, hormonal disorders in the body act as provoking factors.<\/p>\n
This type is called insulin-dependent, the patient requires constant monitoring of sugar levels, the introduction of insulin. With type 2 pathology, the causes of diabetes are metabolic disorders under the influence of various reasons. Type 2 diabetes is considered non-insulin dependent, rarely develops in children, inherent in the adult population.<\/p>\n
Increased hunger<\/h3>\n
Another common sign of diabetes is constant hunger. The baby is not satisfied even with sufficient food intake, it is difficult to maintain the intervals between feedings. Often, a pathological feeling of hunger is accompanied by headaches, tremors in the limbs. Older children constantly ask for something to eat, with preference for high-carbohydrate and sugary foods.<\/p>\n
Frequent pustular and fungal lesions of the dermis<\/h3>\n
Diabetics often suffer from various skin lesions. This symptom has a scientific name – diabetic dermopathy. Ulcers, abscesses, rashes, age spots, seals and other manifestations form on the patient's body. This is explained by a decrease in immunity, dehydration of the body, a change in the structure of the dermis, a violation of metabolic processes and the functioning of blood vessels.<\/p>\n
How does insulin deficiency disease develop?<\/h3>\n
The forms of diabetes from the first list are characterized by an absolute deficiency of insulin, that is, there is so little of it that there is not enough to quickly utilize glucose, and therefore the cells begin to experience energy hunger. Then the body decides to use fat reserves as energy fuel. Yes, our fat is a huge store of energy, which is consumed only as a last resort. In fact, breaking down fat into energy is a very costly exercise for the body, so it is not consumed in “peacetime”, but the cheaper one is used – glucose.<\/p>\n
In conditions of insulin deficiency, fats begin to be consumed, and as a result of the breakdown of fats, ketone bodies and acetone are formed, which in large quantities are very toxic to the body, especially to the brain. Quite quickly, these ketone bodies accumulate in the blood and show their toxic effect, namely, the “acidification” of the body occurs (a decrease in the pH of the blood towards the acidic side). Thus, diabetic ketoacidosis develops and the first signs of diabetes appear.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nKetoacidosis in children with type 1 diabetes develops very quickly due to the immaturity of the enzyme system of the child's body and the inability to quickly get rid of toxic products. The result of ketoacidosis is diabetic coma, which in children can develop within a few weeks after the first signs of diabetes appear. What are the possible manifestations of a coma, I will tell in the next articles, so I recommend that you subscribe to blog updates<\/strong> so as not to miss.<\/p>\n
During the neonatal period, ketoacidosis can also develop quite quickly and pose a threat to the life of the baby. But with MODY diabetes, it may not come to ketoacidosis and coma, since insulin deficiency is not strong and the disease develops more gently. But the first signs in this type of diabetes will still be the same.<\/p>\n
I hope you understand why it is so important to identify the first signs, diagnose and begin treatment of diabetes mellitus as early as possible? But that's not all. The increased sugar level contributes to an even faster destruction of these cells. Therefore, it is important to identify diabetes mellitus as early as possible and start treatment with insulin in order to stop the destruction and preserve the residual secretion of the pancreas for a longer time.<\/p>\n
When there is at least some residual self-secretion of the pancreas, then diabetes is much easier, it is less labile. Ultimately, of course, after a while all the cells will die anyway, it's only a matter of time.<\/p>\n
How does the disease develop with elevated or normal insulin levels?<\/h3>\n
Unfortunately, in the past decades, there are more and more children with type 2 diabetes mellitus, or, as some call it, the type. The mechanism of occurrence does not differ at all from the mechanism of occurrence of this ailment in adults. It is based on excess weight, tissue insensitivity to insulin and, as a result, an increase in insulin levels.<\/p>\n
In mild types of MODY diabetes, there may also be a phenomenon of insulin resistance, while there is no pronounced insulin deficiency, which means that the state of ketoacidosis does not occur. The disease in these cases develops slowly over several months and there is no sharp deterioration in the child's well-being.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nHowever, there are cases when these forms of diabetes along the course resemble the course of type 1 diabetes and at the very beginning of the disease require the administration of insulin, followed by a switch to pills and a special diet. They can also have ketoacidosis, which is treated only with the appointment of insulin and the elimination of glucose toxicity. But the very first signals about the onset of the disease will be the same. So let's see what these signals are for the future of diabetes.<\/p>\n
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