Diabetes in children refers to a group of diseases that affect how the body processes blood sugar (glucose). The most common types of diabetes in children are Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
Type 1 Diabetes occurs when the body’s immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leaving the body unable to produce insulin. This type is most commonly diagnosed in children and adolescents.
Type 2 Diabetes is a condition where the body becomes resistant to insulin, and the pancreas can’t produce enough insulin to maintain normal blood sugar levels. This type has become more common in children due to the rising rates of obesity and inactivity.