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Type 1 Diabetes
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Fleming Island, FL 32003
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition that occrs when the body's immune system destroys the pancreatic cells that produce insulin.
Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes that can appear and become more severe over time:
- Increased thirst
- Increased hunger
- Increased urination
- Bedwetting
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
- Fruity smelling breath
- Irritability
- Behavioral changes
- Blurred vision
If your child displays any of the above symptoms, follow up with their health care provider or pediatrician. Early detection and screening of Type 1 diabetes can reduce risks, help families prepare, and lead to improved outcomes.
For more information about diabetes, visit the Florida Department of Health's Diabetes webpage.
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