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My 2.5 year old, who is diabetic, has had a decreased appetite for the last couple weeks. her blood sugars are normal and she doesn't appear sick. ?
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Normal: Toddlers go through spurts where they will eat more and eat less. Continue keeping a close eye on blood sugars, and urine ketones if necessary. If she starts to get sick or if blood sugars are low/high, or she develops ketones , contact her pediatric endocrinologist right away. Often parents know "that look" in their child when the child is still too young to verbalize feeling low.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Likely normal: Many normal children that age have quite variable appetites i would suggest that you keep a daily listing of all that she eats and drinks. After 1-2 weeks, talk to your doctor's nurse to see if they have any concern and whether they want you to bring her in to be seen.
Answered 2/9/2015
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