Topic
Preventing Complications
Long-term health checks, and what to watch for as your child grows.
When Complication Screening Starts
Checks for long-term complications begin in later childhood rather than infancy, because these problems take years of high blood sugar to develop.
Eyes and Kidneys
Eye and kidney damage develop silently over years, which is why the annual checks matter even when a child looks and feels completely well.
Nerves, Feet and Skin
Foot habits are worth building early in childhood, and injection sites and sensor adhesives need day-to-day care from the very first years.
Associated Conditions to Watch For
Coeliac disease, thyroid problems and vitamin D deficiency all occur often in Indian children with diabetes and are worth checking for periodically.
Dental, Vision and Routine Health
Ordinary childhood healthcare should not slip because diabetes takes up so much attention — dental care in particular deserves a place in the routine.