Pediatric endocrinologist cautions against an overly deterministic view of diabetic risk associated with COVID-19. Instead, he urges a patient-specific approach with awareness of clinically suspicious symptoms and reinforces pediatrician-recommended vaccinations.
Case Study: Partnering with Parents to Manage Type 2 Diabetes
Cleveland Clinic Children’s recommends aggressively treating type 2 diabetes in children — meaning parental involvement is key. This case study of a 4-year-old patient illustrates why.