Andrea F asked:
My daughter seems to drink and urinate a lot, two of the symptoms that are for Type 2 diabetes. I don’t know if it is just because it’s summer or whether it’s something to be concerned about. She doesn’t seem to have other symptoms, and if it continues I’m going to call her pediatrician…but I was just wondering if anyone else had a child that drank so much? She usually drinks an 8 oz sippy cup of juice/water or milk in the morning and can slam two down within a half hour when she gets home from daycare. They give her water and milk at daycare, but I’m not exactly sure how much she’s drinking there…they haven’t mentioned that it seems excessive, but…mommies tend to worry. Thanks for any thoughts or personal experiences with something like this!
My daughter seems to drink and urinate a lot, two of the symptoms that are for Type 2 diabetes. I don’t know if it is just because it’s summer or whether it’s something to be concerned about. She doesn’t seem to have other symptoms, and if it continues I’m going to call her pediatrician…but I was just wondering if anyone else had a child that drank so much? She usually drinks an 8 oz sippy cup of juice/water or milk in the morning and can slam two down within a half hour when she gets home from daycare. They give her water and milk at daycare, but I’m not exactly sure how much she’s drinking there…they haven’t mentioned that it seems excessive, but…mommies tend to worry. Thanks for any thoughts or personal experiences with something like this!
Tags: Diabetes | Pediatrician | Type 2 Diabetes
September 21st, 2009 at 8:34 pm
I think it’s fine but you should be on the look out for the other symptoms.
September 24th, 2009 at 2:34 pm
You really ought to be asking your doctor this, not a bunch of strangers on the Internet.
September 24th, 2009 at 6:08 pm
she could be thirsty but if your worried about it tell your dr. if it runs in your family i would go to the dr, or just call them.
September 27th, 2009 at 4:21 am
Maybe she’s not eating enough at daycare. My son tends to drink a lot more milk when he’s hungry to fill him up (especially after refusing to eat what I offer him). Maybe ask the daycare staff to monitor her eating and make sure she’s getting enough during lunch and snacks.
September 29th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
I would take her in ASAP.
I’m diabetic…and those are a sign of diabetes.
September 30th, 2009 at 1:39 am
It is summer. And 8 oz for a 2 1/2 year old is not really that, even 2 of them, especially if she is active.
If you are concerned call the doctor, he can test her. Sometimes a gut feeling is accurate.
October 3rd, 2009 at 2:00 am
I think you’re fine - she propably drinks just the right amount ( for her age I think it really is like 4-5 cups), it just seems a lot since lot of kids - and adults - generaly don’t drink enough ( try to measure your intake - 8 cups, whee, thats a lot)
October 5th, 2009 at 12:44 am
It may be that she is just thirsty at certain times of the day — but to ease your mind, I would certainly have her seen by the pediatrician. At her age, diabetes could be very serious.
October 5th, 2009 at 1:27 pm
My son will be 4 on Monday and he has always been that way. Very thirsty all the time. He can finish a drink in seconds and turn around and ask for more. My dad is the same way and has been his entire life. Both have been tested for diabetes because it runs in my family but they both came out negative.
October 8th, 2009 at 1:15 pm
my two year old drinks constantly. they are very active and get thirsty, no big deal!
October 11th, 2009 at 8:43 pm
I think you are right in being concerned. What does your pediatrician say? Is she losing weight? Usually children have Type I diabetes, if that is what she truly has.
She may be drinking because it is an easier way to take in calories and keep on going. Perhaps she doesn’t want to take the time to eat. But, by all means, check it out with the doctor. I wish you luck.
October 11th, 2009 at 10:39 pm
find out how much she drinks at daycare she may not be getting enough fluids. talk to your childs doctor too it cant hurt
October 13th, 2009 at 7:32 pm
all of these are very good answers. My 5 year old is the same way, so I had her tested. She was fine and had no problems. I guess she just likes to stay hydrated! I say just have your child tested to be on the safe side, its quick and easy..
October 16th, 2009 at 6:42 pm
If your worried have a test taken it will help you rest better
But on a lighter side our 3 year old drinks a lot and we have discovered that he does it because he acting like us.
If he sees any of the four us drink he needs a drink to and like us drinks a full given amount. He also likes to drink our drinks to feel like a big boy.
Lucky we drink lots of water and milk so we let him have a drink with us . When I say he drinks allot I I mean a full cup of water or juice or milk each time….So it can be she is wanting to be a big girl just like you, think about it you may be teaching her a great lesson and not even know it.
Have a great time and remember mommies worry because they have love to give I rather hear you are concerned than not aware of what is going on.
October 19th, 2009 at 7:56 am
Consult with your doctor to be sure.
October 19th, 2009 at 5:46 pm
It could be diabetes I, but the only way to find out is to test the urine or blood for sugars. This is very simple and can be done at your pediatricians office. I was concerned about my son for the same reasons, and he was fine. Call your doc NOW!! Then you can have some peace of mind. Good luck!