Diabetes is often called the silent killer because of its easy-to-miss symptoms. It initially presents with few symptoms, which can be easily overlooked.
Research says that one out of three people who have it don’t even know about it. While others are unaware that they have diabetes in its early or even middle phases.
If you've been feeling off, talk to your doctor about getting a simple blood test that can diagnose the disease. And pay attention to these subtle diabetes signs and symptoms.
1. Frequent urination (polyuria):
The kidneys start working harder to get rid of the excess glucose from the blood. So if you notice that you have to urinate more often, this could be a warning sign.
2. Excessive thirst (polydipsia):
This symptom links with the previous one. As you lose more fluids, the body will try to replenish them, hence the constant need to drink.
3. Increased hunger (polyphagia):
Due to extreme highs and lows in blood sugar levels, the body develops a sudden urge to eat. The cells don’t get enough glucose, so you crave it.
4. Dry mouth:
You experience a lack of moisture in the mouth, which can be both unpleasant and dangerous. Gum diseases are a known complication of diabetes.
5. Unexplained weight loss or weight gain:
As insulin can’t get glucose into the cells, the body reacts as if it would be starving and starts using proteins from the muscles. On the other hand, increased consumption of sugary foods can lead to weight gain.
6. Fatigue:
Excessive tiredness can develop when body constantly compensates for the lack of glucose in the cells. It is not uncommon to also feel irritable and in a bad mood.
7. Vision problems:
High blood sugar also affects the eyes. It changes the shape of the lens and eyes. As a result, your vision becomes blurry. If sugar levels stay high for a long period of time, this can cause permanent damage and can even lead to eyesight loss.
8. Headaches
A headache can develop due to elevated blood sugar levels and is considered an early sign of hyperglycemia (high blood glucose).
9. Skin changes:
Velvety dark skin, known as achantosis nigricans, can appear on the neck, groin and armpit. You can also observe other unusual skin changes and itchiness, especially around the vaginal or groin area.
10. Infections, cuts and bruises that do not heal:
This classic sign of diabetes is a consequence of blood vessel damage. Excessive amounts of sugar harm the veins and arteries, so they become less able to transport blood to where it is needed to repair and heal the damage.
11. Yeast infections:
Since bacteria and fungi thrive in a sugary environment, infections can become more common.
12. Numbness and tingling in hands and feet:
This symptom is a result of nerve damage – neuropathy – that is connected with diabetes. Tingling and numbness can be accompanied by burning pain and swelling.
13. Sexual dysfunction:
Diabetes also damages blood vessels and nerves in the sex organs, which can lead to different sexual problems.
With the right diet, exercise regimen and, if necessary, medications, diabetes can be kept under control, and the person can continue to live a fulfilling life.
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