• Dr. Jayati Jhala is a distinguished Paediatric and Adolescent Endocrinologist. She completed her MBBS at C. U. Shah Medical College and her MD in Paediatrics from Pramukh Swami Medical College in Anand. Furthering her expertise, Dr. Jhala undertook a Fellowship in Paediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology at the renowned Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health in Bengaluru. She has received advanced training at world renowned “Massachussets General Hospital” Boston, USA. Her passion for addressing hormonal conditions in children has been evident since her early days in medicine and pediatrics.

Type 2 Diabetes In Children

With the changing lifestyle, Increased screen time, poor eating habits and sedentary lifestyle, children are at a risk of developing lifestyle disorders like Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

The mainstay of treatment for this type of diabetes in children remains lifestyle modifications. Some drugs may provide additional benefit. However, Healthy eating habits and increased physical activity is the primary treatment.

Early symptoms of high blood sugar in Children are
  • Excessive thirst
  • Increased urination or frequent Night-time urinations
  • Lethargy

High blood sugar for a long duration can cause widespread issues, potentially damaging blood vessels, nerves, eyes, kidneys, and the heart.