Type 1 DiabetesWhen To Call a Doctor
Call 911 or other emergency services immediately if you or your child is: - Unconscious or becomes very sleepy
unexpectedly. You or your child may have low blood sugar, called
hypoglycemia. While waiting for emergency help,
follow:
- Drowsy, confused, breathing fast, and your or
your child’s breath smells fruity. You or your child may have high blood sugar,
called hyperglycemia. A life-threatening condition called
diabetic ketoacidosis could be present.
Call a doctor immediately if you or
your child is vomiting and cannot keep down liquids and: - Your blood sugar is 300 mg/dL or
higher.
- Your child’s blood sugar is 250 mg/dL or higher.
Call a doctor if you or your child: - Has increased urination, increased thirst,
weight loss, and possibly increased appetite. These symptoms may indicate
type 1 diabetes.
- Has a family history of
type 1 diabetes and wants to be tested.
Watchful WaitingWatchful waiting is a period of time during
which you and your doctor observe your symptoms or condition without using
medical treatment. Watchful waiting is not appropriate if you think you or your
child may have symptoms of type 1 diabetes, such as increased urination,
increased thirst, weight loss, and possibly increased appetite. A blood test is
all that is needed to determine whether a person has the disease. Who To SeeThe following health professionals can diagnose and
treat diabetes: To prepare for your appointment, see the topic Making the Most of Your Appointment.
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| | Author: | Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS | Last Updated: September 17, 2008 | | Medical Review: | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine Matthew I. Kim, MD - Endocrinology & Metabolism | © 1995-2009 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.
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