In type 1 diabetes a person’s pancreas can no longer produce insulin; therefore in juvenile diabetes treatment insulin must be injected into the body. It is either injected by a needle, or a small pump. Just like the body natural insulin, the injected insulin brings glucose from the blood into the body’s cells to be used for energy.

Like in many other medical conditions, treatment for juvenile diabetes starts at home. Insulin may need to be injected multiple times a day. Insulin must be self-administered or administered by caretakers. Blood sugar levels should also be monitored at regular intervals throughout the day.

Staying active and exercise are also key elements of juvenile diabetes treatment. Proper nutrition is also critical. A diabetic must exercise daily, but you can do so by choosing activities that you enjoy, such as biking, swimming, and walking. Diabetic diets should include mostly fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Foods high in carbohydrates should be eaten infrequently and in very small amounts.

 

Diabetes in Children

 

It used to be that juvenile diabetes treatment just pertained to children. Now many adults suffer from the disease. Likewise, many children are beginning to be diagnosed with type-2 diabetes, which is a major concern among medical professionals, schools, parents, and politicians.

Caring for a child with diabetes isn’t always easy. In fact, sometimes it’s heartbreaking. However, as the caretaker, it is your job to make them feel safe. Kidshealth.org is a great site to learn about caring for a child with diabetes. It also can help your child learn about the disease and understand more thoroughly what is happening. In the treatment of juvenile diabetes, or type 2 diabetes, your goals are to:

  • Minimize symptoms
  • Prevent short and long-term health problems
  • Ensure physical, mental, and emotional health
  • Encourage social growth and development

 

A child should be involved in his/her own juvenile diabetes treatment. Children need to learn to take their insulin as prescribed and monitor their own blood sugar levels. Balanced meals should be fixed for the child, with regard to the amount of carbohydrates in each meal. Speak to your child so that he/she begins to understand how to eat properly in diabetes. Be sure that your child gets regular physical activity, even if it is just playing in the neighborhood. Teaching your child by example to be physically active is also a good way for you to stay healthy, spend time with your child, and instill proper values.