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Iughetti, L., Trevisani, V., Cattini, U., Bruzzi, P., Lucaccioni, L., Madeo, S., et al. (2020) COVID-19 and Type 1 Diabetes: Concerns and Challenges. Acta Biomedica Atenei Parmensis, 91, e2020033.
https://doi.org/10.23750/abm.v91i3.10366

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• TITLE: Diabetes during COVID-19 Pneumonia in a 16-Year-Old Girl: A Case Report in Cameroon

  AUTHORS: Ritha Mbono Betoko, Charlotte Eposse, Suzanne Sap, Betsy Bate, Gaelle Ntsoli, Hassanatou Iyawa, Calixte Ida Penda

  KEYWORDS: Covid-19, Diabetes, Adolescents

  JOURNAL NAME: Open Journal of Pediatrics, Vol.14 No.4, July 8, 2024

  ABSTRACT: Background: Diabetes is a known risk factor for susceptibility and severity of COVID-19 infection. It may also be a complication of COVID-19. Many hypotheses have been proposed to explain this condition. It may be due to the effect of SARS-CoV-2 on β cells or drug-related side effects. In children, there is a paucity of data on the burden of this complication. Objective: We aimed to report a case of secondary diabetes during COVID-19 in a pediatric unit. Case Presentation: A 16-year-old girl presented with severe respiratory distress. She was treated for COVID-19 infection with antibiotics and corticosteroids. On day 6 of treatment, she developed polyuria and polydipsia. A random blood glucose test showed hyperglycaemia. The diagnosis of secondary diabetes was maintained. Conclusion: Covid-19 infection can be complicated by diabetes in children. It is essential to monitor blood glucose levels regularly.