Distinguishing between high and low blood sugar symptoms in a young child
Young children with type 1 diabetes are not able to recognize when their blood sugar level is high or low and then tell an adult, and sometimes it's even hard for a parent to tell the difference.
Some signs that may indicate high or low blood sugar in a very young child include:
- Irritability, anger, or crying.
- Paleness.
- Nervousness or trembling.
- Staring off or not responding when touched or spoken to.
- Dark urine with a strong sweet odor.
- Drowsiness or difficulty waking up.
When you see changes in your child, do a home blood sugar test. It will show the actual blood sugar level, eliminating the guesswork.
| Author: | Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS | Last Updated: December 3, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Stephen LaFranchi, MD - Pediatrics and Pediatric Endocrinology | |
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