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1Consultant Endocrinologist, Hinduja National Hospital, Maharashtra, India ; Consultant Endocrinologist, Hope and Care Centre, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
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Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) management is challenging for economically disadvantaged children. A case study shows that a specialized program providing financial, medical, and psychological support empowers these children toward independence.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
Background:
- Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) involves autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells.
- Economically disadvantaged children face significant challenges in managing T1DM.
- Early intervention and comprehensive support are crucial for pediatric diabetes care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To illustrate the positive impact of a structured support program on a child with T1DM.
- To highlight the importance of integrated care for pediatric diabetes management.
- To emphasize the role of socioeconomic factors in diabetes self-management.
Main Methods:
- Case study of a female child with T1DM.
- Inclusion in a 'changing diabetes in children' program.
- Provision of financial, medical, and psychological support.
Main Results:
- The described program led to a positive transformation for the child.
- The child demonstrated increased independence in managing her condition.
- Timely support facilitated better adaptation to T1DM.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive support programs are vital for improving outcomes in economically disadvantaged children with T1DM.
- Financial, medical, and psychological assistance are key components for fostering independence.
- Integrated care models can significantly enhance the quality of life for children with chronic conditions.
Abstract:
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is a form of diabetes mellitus that results from the autoimmune destruction of the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. For economically backward children, understanding and dealing with the disorder can be quite challenging. Here, I describe a female with T1DM and how her enrolment into the changing diabetes in children program brought about a positive change for her. Financial, medical and psychological support at the right time will help these children to gain independence.
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