Patient's question:
The child has diabetes, which has been present since childhood. Currently, the main focus is on controlling blood sugar levels, but the control is not very stable.Doctor's answer:
Hello! For children with diabetes, blood sugar control through diet is much more lenient than for adults. From the perspective of preventing chronic complications, it is ideal to keep blood sugar and HbA1c as close to normal as possible, with daily blood glucose monitoring preferably performed four or more times a day. For children with persistent hypoglycemic coma or recurrent hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, a continuous glucose monitoring system can be used. On the basis of restricting calories, ensure that the ratio of protein, fat, and carbohydrates is appropriate, and provide sufficient inorganic salts and vitamins to meet the child's basic nutritional needs and support growth and development. Consume more fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.