2 year old waking up thirsty

[Thirstyatnight]

Hi,
I’m a bit concerned about my 2.5-year-old son’s thirst. Over the past few days, he’s been drinking a lot more than usual. He can finish a 500ml drink very quickly, and today
(even though it was warm), he seemed to drink an excessive amount.
At bedtime, he said he was thirsty and had a large drink. Then he woke up at 1am saying he was thirsty again and drank about 350ml of water.
He’s been behaving normally and is active, and he doesn’t seem to be urinating more than usual. His urine is not dark.
I also thought I noticed a slightly sweet smell on his breath, but I’m not sure if I’m just overthinking it because I know increased thirst can be a sign of diabetes.
I don’t want to waste anyone’s time if this is normal for his age, but I would appreciate advice on whether I should reach out to the GP.

Hi OP. I’m not sure if diabetes type 1 can present at this age but my rule of thumb is if you’re worried, seek advice. A GP would rather see a well child than an unwell one. Trust your gut instinct and seek some advice.

nothing wrong with asking your GP if you have concerns re diabetes

it probably is just the warm weather but no harm in asking especially as he can’t

I would run it by the GP just in case. It’s probably nothing but no harm checking

He needs diabetes excluding asap. By that I mean today. It’s simple to exclude. It’s life threatening if not treated urgently.

if you think he smelt sweet even more reason.
contact 111 now, this is not a wait for the gp on Monday situation.

Definitely speak to 111 as they can get you in to OOH today. Diabetes can be present in very young children. You are right to question the thirst as weather related but the sweet smelling breath would send my parental spidey sense tingling.

www.nhs.uk/conditions/type-1-diabetes/symptoms/

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