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1、BY:HEAVEN ROBINSON,Juvenile Diabetes,EVERY YEAR,IN THE UNITED STATES ABOUT 13,000 CHILDREN ARE DIAGNOSED WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES.IF FAMILIES CAN HELP CHILDREN CONTROL THEIR BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS EVERYDAY,IT CAN HELP PREVENT PROBLEMS IN THE LONG RUN.,Diabetes is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the bo
2、dy contains high levels of sugar in the blood.,What is Diabetes?,How Diabetes Works,Types of Diabetes,Type 1 DiabetesOften diagnosed in children and young adultsThe body(mostly the pancreas)makes little or no insulinDaily insulin injections are needed,Types of Diabetes Continued,Type 2 DiabetesMostl
3、y occurs in adultsTeens and young adults are being diagnosed due to higher rates of obesityMany people who have this type of diabetes dont know they have it because it develops slowly,Types of Diabetes Continued,Gestational Diabetes-high blood sugars during pregnancyDuring pregnancy the fetus may be
4、come larger due to the extra glucose that is stored as fat that the mother develops,Symptoms in children with diabetes,ThirstBlurred visionFatigueFrequent urinationHungerWeight loss,Symptoms continued,HeadachesStomach painsBehavior problemsSweatingFeeling weak,shaking,Treatment,Taking insulin inject
5、ionsMonitoring blood glucose levels several times a day using a meterEating a healthy diet that spreads carbohydrates throughout the day,to prevent an increase in blood sugar levels,Treatment Continued,Exercising regularly or getting some type of physical activity done throughout the dayRegular chec
6、k-ups every 3 to 6 months to monitor glucose levels,Ways to Monitor and Treat Diabetes,Insulin Pump,Insulin Pen,Glucose Meter,Other Ways to Monitor and Treat Diabetes!,Daily Physical Activity,Eating a healthy diet,Giving an Insulin Injection,Gather your insulin suppliesPrepare your insulin bottleDra
7、w insulin into syringeThe insulin should be injected into a layer of fat under the skinIf the needle is injected into muscle,the insulin will absorb too quickly,Insulin Injection Sites,AbdomenButtocksHip areasFront and sides of thighsOuter upper arms,Helpful Tips,Encourage physical activityKeep moni
8、toring reasonableBecause sugar levels can drop rapidly,have your child wear medical identification so medical professionals can administer the correct treatmentKeep your childs school up to date with his or her diabetes care,More Tips!,Join a support group for children and familiesEncourage your chi
9、ld to join camps for children with diabetes.It allows them to connect with other children who have the same problems as they do.To find a camp near you,check out this website!KidsC-http:/,Foundations and Organizations,Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation-http:/Diabetes Association-http:/www.diabete
10、s.org/The Foundation for Diabetes Research-http:/diabetesnj.org/,Support Groups,JDRF Kids Online-http:/kids.jdrf.org/index.cfm?page_id=109705Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia-http:/www.chop.edu/American Diabetes Association-http:/www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/,Thanks for the help!,Google ImagesGChildrens Hospital of PhiladelphiaJuvenile Diabetes Research Foundation(JDRF)American Diabetes Association,
