Question
Type 1 diabetes in children is not common. What factors or causes can lead to children developing this disease? How can we prevent it?
Answer
The onset factors for Type 1 diabetes in children may include viral infections, dietary habits, and genetic factors. In terms of viral infections, common colds and mumps, among others, can trigger diabetes. Regarding diet, it is best to start feeding infants milk after they are 8 months old to reduce the risk of diabetes. Genetic factors are also a significant factor; parents may carry hidden genetic traits that do not manifest in themselves but do in their children, which is a characteristic of Type 1 diabetes.