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There are several symptoms and warning signs of diabetes mellitus in children. Parents should<br>not ignore these signs and should consult the best pediatric endocrinologist.
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Treatment of Diabetes mellitus| Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes in children sriramakrishnahospital.com/diabetes-mellitus-pediatric Best Children's Diabetes Centre In Coimbatore Make an Appointment What are the symptoms and warning signs for diabetes mellitus in children? There are several symptoms and warning signs of diabetes mellitus in children. Parents should not ignore these signs and should consult the best pediatric endocrinologist. The symptoms of diabetes in children may be: 1/12
Increased frequency of urination Fatigue and unintentional weight loss Delayed wound healing Bed wetting in children who previously didn't wet the bed at night Extreme hunger and thirst Altered behaviour and irritability Fruity-smell while breathing How do doctors diagnose diabetes mellitus in children? In case of any of the symptoms of diabetes in children, the parent should visit the best children’s diabetes hospital to confirm the diagnosis. Diagnostic methods include: Random blood sugar test: Children with random blood sugar levels higher than 200 mg/dL indicate diabetes. HbA1c test: Glycated hemoglobin level above 6.5% in children suggests diabetes. Fasting blood sugar test: A blood sugar level of 126 mg/dL or above, after overnight fasting, indicates diabetes mellitus in children. What are the treatment options for diabetes mellitus in children? If diagnosed, the child should visit the best children's diabetes centre. Treatment of diabetes in children includes the following methods: Medications The pediatric diabetes doctor may prescribe you certain medications for managing your blood sugar levels. While metformin helps in reducing the amount of sugar secreted by the liver, liraglutide increases the secretion of insulin from the pancreas. Clinical trials 2/12
have indicated that glimepiride is equally effective when compared to metformin in managing type 2 diabetes. Diet Dietary change is a critical part of pediatric type 1 diabetes mellitus treatment. The diet of the children should incorporate regular meals and healthy snacks. The child should consume more fruits and vegetables and should prefer calorie-free beverages. Children should avoid high-fat foods as this may cause an increase in blood sugar levels hours after consumption due to slow digestion. Lifestyle modifications: Lifestyle modifications are necessary for the management of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It helps in the progression of prediabetes in children to diabetes. The child should maintain a healthy BMI between 18.5 to 24.9 and incorporate 1 hour of vigorous physical activity in the daily routine. In addition to Insulin Therapy, it is important to incorporate regular physical activity for 1hr/day. The child should eat a balanced diet and regularly check blood sugar level as directed by doctor . Insulin therapy Diabetes in children is usually Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus or Insulin Dependent Diabetes.Insulin is the only treatment for the same Several insulin therapies are available. These are short-acting insulin, rapid-acting insulin, intermediate-acting insulin, and long- and ultra-long-acting insulin. The delivery options include insulin pens, fine needles and syringes, and insulin pumps. The Doctor will help you to decide the correct dose and type of insulin best suited for your child's needs Medications The pediatric diabetes doctor may prescribe you certain medications for managing your blood sugar levels. While metformin helps in reducing the amount of sugar secreted by the liver, liraglutide increases the secretion of insulin from the pancreas. Clinical trials have indicated that glimepiride is equally effective when compared to metformin in managing type 2 diabetes. Diet Dietary change is a critical part of pediatric type 1 diabetes mellitus treatment. The diet of the children should incorporate regular meals and healthy snacks. The child should consume more fruits and vegetables and should prefer calorie-free beverages. Children should avoid high-fat foods as this may cause an increase in blood sugar levels hours after consumption due to slow digestion. 3/12
Lifestyle modifications: Lifestyle modifications are necessary for the management of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It helps in the progression of prediabetes in children to diabetes. The child should maintain a healthy BMI between 18.5 to 24.9 and incorporate 1 hour of vigorous physical activity in the daily routine. In addition to Insulin Therapy, it is important to incorporate regular physical activity for 1hr/day. The child should eat a balanced diet and regularly check blood sugar level as directed by doctor . Insulin therapy Diabetes in children is usually Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus or Insulin Dependent Diabetes.Insulin is the only treatment for the same Several insulin therapies are available. These are short-acting insulin, rapid-acting insulin, intermediate-acting insulin, and long- and ultra-long-acting insulin. The delivery options include insulin pens, fine needles and syringes, and insulin pumps. The Doctor will help you to decide the correct dose and type of insulin best suited for your child's needs Our Department’s Experience Our Paediatrics department has treated over 200000+ children with obesity and diabetes-related problems over the last 46 years. Our highly experienced paediatrician will ensure you receive the best diabetes mellitus treatment. Why Choose Sri Ramakrishna Hospital? Over 46 Years of Medical Service Best-in-Class Medical Infrastructure All Under One Roof Highly Experienced Paediatrician Latest and Safest Treatment Methods 4/12
Our Doctors and their Experience Our highly experienced Paediatrician has immense experience in providing the best diabetes mellitus treatment in Coimbatore. Dr. V. SHOBI ANANDI Consultant Pediatrician and Pediatric Endocrinologist MD, DNB, Fellowship in Paediatric Endocrinology Dr. V. SHOBI ANANDI Consultant Pediatrician and Pediatric Endocrinologist MD, DNB, Fellowship in Paediatric Endocrinology Dr. V. Shobi Anandi is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Coimbatore with over 10+ years of experience who specialises in treating hormonal problems in infants, children and adolescents. Patient Feedback 5/12
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