How Do You Know If You Should Have Your Child Tested for Diabetes?

S. - My daughter is 12 but at 4 she started wetting the bed at night. She was thirsty all the time and had major mood swings. I called the doc and asked for a blood sugar test as I suspected the same thing you are. Normal in a non diabetic person is 80 - 120. Her blood sugar was over 700 and he didn't know how she was up and walking around and not in a sugar induced coma (ketoacidosis). I would definitely have him tested it's really easy, just a little finger poke. Good luck to you! K.

get him tested- ASAP! My nephew was 11 when teachers wanted him tested for ADHD... said he was acting a little hyper in class. While he also had excessive thirst and was always going to the bathroom... they thought about diabetes, but almost didn't test him as he'd been tested a few months earlier at a physical, as it ran in the family. As they live in a small town, she wanted an objective opinion and I had them booked at a pediatrician here in the TC the next day... and sure enough, he was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes.

Your son has the classic symptoms. He may not have it, but it's nothing to fool around with. If he's not tested and treated, he could end up in the ER in a critical state called diabetic ketoacidosis (http://diabetes.webmd.com/tc/diabetic-ketoacidosis-dka-to.... If he doesn't have it, then you know- and can deal with the issues for what they are- but for his sake, please don't wait!

Good question and answers from everyone responding. This isn't any advice but, I think I will be bringing my 4 year old daughter to be tested also for she seems to have the same problems your son does. Always hungry, thirsty, pee's alot and has some behavioral issues. Since I had Gestational Diabetes when I was pregnant with both my children I guess there could be a chance she could get diabetes.

It doesn't take much to be tested so I would just go do it. If anything you'll know forsure and be relieved.

My husband is a diabetic. My suggestion, get him tested. If does not hurt if the doctor says he does not have it, you will not have wonder any more. It seems like we have all said the same thing, but I would not mess around, test him. Please let us know what you decide/find out.

I would have him go through a complete physical--not just diabetes, but have his thyroid checked, too.

If nothing's wrong, make sure he's eating high-protein and high-fiber foods. If he is eating a lot of stuff like potato chips or sweets he may never feel full.

Another sign of diabetes is a very sweet odor it is called ketoacidosis, this occurs when the sugars are way out of wack. It is keytones in the urine. I would consult with your Dr. It is always best to be safe.

Always ere on the side of caution so they say. I work with a child who has "acting out" behaviour...he is always hungry, to the point where he often gets angry. We are trying to encourage his mom to get him tested for diabetes. I am a teacher, I have seen this a few times. Hope all gets better!

Don't wait! Talk to your son's doctor asap. These are classic signs of diabetes and should not be ignored!

Complaining of hunger, thirst, and frequent urination are all good signs of diabetes. Acting out can also be a good symptom. If in doubt, have him checked. If it's not diabetes, your doctor may have other ideas of what it might be.

My thought is if you're thinking it, do it. When my youngest was at his 9 month well check I mentioned that he peed a ton so they did a blood test just to be safe. I always go with my gut. If it were me I would talk to the doctor. Even it it's not diabetes it could be something else that the doctor can diagnose. Good luck :o)