Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in Pediatric Patients and Its Impact on Relationships in the Family Environment.

Miguel Angel MadrigalMaría LópezAlicia SánchezMaría José CaoMaría José CastroJosé-María Jiménez

Published in: Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity : targets and therapy (2020)

Self-care of type 1 diabetes mellitus in pediatric patients is a complex process that impacts the family environment and their relationship with their peers, especially for children under the age of 5. Fear, concern and insecurity were prevalent feelings in children suffering type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Keyphrases

young adults
glycemic control
type diabetes
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
weight loss
insulin resistance
prefrontal cortex