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What Causes Thirsty, Headache And Ketones In Urine Of A Child?
My 6 yr old has been very thirsty and hungry lately. She also has been peeing alot more too. She has occasional complaints of headaches and stomach aches and she has had a decrease in energy. I took her to the doctor and he did a urine test and said she had some ketones in her urine. We went for bloodwork today and I am nervously awaiting results. Any thoughts? She is hot all the time too...
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Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hello. I just read through your question. many times this turns out to be a harmless virus. however, what your doctor is investigating is the possibility of Diabetes. If the blood work confirms this diagnosis, treatment will begin immediately. Keep in mind that if this turns out to be the case, your daughter's daily activities (ie: school, social life) will not change. This is treatable. Good luck.
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