Condition
Early-Stage Type 1 Diabetes
What You Need to Know
Early‑stage type 1 diabetes means the immune system has started attacking the pancreas’s insulin‑producing cells, but the child feels healthy and has no symptoms, even though blood tests show a higher chance of developing diabetes later on.
Key Symptoms
Children with early-stage type 1 diabetes often have no symptoms, but symptoms may develop as the condition progresses. These may include:
- Increased thirst
- Frequent urination
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
Diagnosis
Your child's healthcare provider may perform tests such as:
- Blood tests
- Oral glucose tolerance test
- Hemoglobin A1c test
- Additional glucose monitoring
Treatment
Treatment may include:
- Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels
- Education and support for patients and families
- Evaluation for therapies that may delay progression of the disease
- Participation in clinical trials and research programs
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Departments that Treat Early-Stage Type 1 Diabetes
Endocrinology and Diabetes
Ranked among the best in the U.S., our Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes offers pediatric care for endocrine conditions, including hormone health and diabetes management. Learn more about this department.
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