Type 1 Diabetes 101: Basic Facts You Need to Know

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Type 1 diabetes, often referred to as juvenile diabetes, usually affects young people. A diagnosis of type 1 diabetes in your child can seem devastating. Fortunately, knowledge is power. By learning all you can about the condition, you can effectively monitor your child’s health when they are younger, and teach them how to care for themselves as they get older and need to start becoming more independent. From infants to teens, this illness can strike at any time and lead to the need for a lifetime of vigilance to avoid any serious side effects.  In this guide, you will discover what type 1 diabetes is, what causes it, and how to treat it.  You will also learn the signs and symptoms to look out for, and what major issues all parents of children with diabetes need to be concerned about.