Common early signs to watch for include:
- Excessive thirst
- Frequent urination, including waking at night to urinate
- Bedwetting in a child who was previously dry
- Unexplained weight loss or poor weight gain in infants or children
- Changes in appetite
- Low energy or fatigue
Additional Symptoms:
- Blurred vision
- Yeast infections
- Mood changes
- Behaviour changes
Type 1 diabetes can present as a medical emergency, please seek immediate medical attention if your child is experiencing the above symptoms AND any of the following:
- Heavy/ difficulty breathing
- “Fruity” smell on their breath
- Muscle weakness
- Confusion/drowsiness
Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes:
