Warning signs of diabetes in children: What every parent should know

Dr. Kochurani Abraham, a Pediatric Endocrinologist, highlights the rise of type 1 diabetes in Indian children, with 95,600 cases reported in 2022. The autoimmune disease, often striking children aged 5-11, causes the body to attack insulin-producing cells. Parents are urged to recognize warning signs like excessive thirst, frequent urination, weight loss, and behavioral changes.