Spotting Childhood Diabetes: Essential Signs Every Parent Should Know

Though often viewed as an adult disease, diabetes increasingly affects children and can cause lasting organ damage if left undiagnosed. The main warning signs include persistent thirst and frequent urination—high blood sugar forces kidneys to expel excess glucose and constant hunger paired with unintended weight loss, as the body starves cells of energy. Other red flags are ongoing fatigue, trouble concentrating, blurry vision, slow-healing cuts, and recurring infections. In severe cases, diabetes can escalate to diabetic ketoacidosis, characterised by stomach pain, rapid breathing, nausea, and fruity-scented breath a critical emergency. Parents are urged to seek prompt pediatric evaluation and blood glucose testing whenever these symptoms arise. Early detection and treatment are vital to prevent serious complications.
*This news has been published on Times of India on 06th June 2025