Diabetes
La diabetes es una enfermedad que afecta la producción de glucosa y los niveles de insulina del cuerpo. La diabetes tipo 1 se produce cuando el cuerpo sufre falta de insulina producida por el páncreas. La diabetes tipo 2, la diabetes gestacional y la prediabetes son consecuencia de un exceso de azúcar en la sangre o niveles altos de glucosa.
Pediatric diabetes specialists in Wichita, Kansas
Wesley Children's Hospital provides treatment and care for children and teens with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Our pediatric diabetes specialists are committed to helping you and your child understand and manage a diabetes diagnosis. Whether you need help treating symptoms or are struggling with ongoing management, we are here to support you.
Diagnosing pediatric diabetes
If a pediatrician suspects that your child may have type 1 diabetes, a blood test will be administered. There are multiple types of blood tests for type 1 diabetes in children:
- Random blood sugar test — Taken at a random time, this is the primary screening test for anyone who may have type 1 diabetes.
- Glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test — This test can indicate a child’s average blood sugar level for the past two or three months.
- Fasting sugar blood test — After a child fasts overnight, a blood sample is taken to indicate their blood sugar level.
Pediatric diabetes care at Wesley Healthcare
The symptoms of type 1 diabetes in children can appear in a matter of weeks. Regular visits to a pediatrician ensures that children and teens with diabetes are receiving the care they need.