Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How To Treat Graves Disease In A Diabetic Child?
I just was informed my 15 year old granddaughter who since birth has been a Type 1 diabetic has now been diagnostic with Graves Disease. I use the web for input, but can you point me in the direction I should be using.Thank you. As my granddaughter calls me OPA BILL
Wed, 28 Mar 2018
Hello,
In Graves disease, you have to start thyroid tablets daily basis, thyroid function will improve. As you told baby having type 1 diabetes from an early age, continue insulin, diet management, regular sugar monitoring. Even diabetes will improve as a treatment for Graves disease started.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sachin Kumar Agarwal
In Graves disease, you have to start thyroid tablets daily basis, thyroid function will improve. As you told baby having type 1 diabetes from an early age, continue insulin, diet management, regular sugar monitoring. Even diabetes will improve as a treatment for Graves disease started.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sachin Kumar Agarwal
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....