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June 20, 2000

Diagnosis and Symptoms

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Question from Birmingham, England:

I know of a child (12 years old) who has recently been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Why is she frequently listless? Does this have anything to do with the high level of ketones in her blood/urine?

Answer:

From: DTeam Staff

Probably, and high sugars can cause symptoms of thirst and headaches.

KJR