Early signs and symptoms of diabetes

                                                Symptoms of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

Symptoms of diabetes can be similar in all ages, but type 1 occurs in children and teens, and type 2 diabetes mostly occurs in adults. Symptoms of any type of diabetes are related to high blood and urine glucose levels. But It is also identified by following symptoms in human daily life.

• frequent infections,
• nausea,
• vomiting, and
• blurred vision.
• hunger,
• dehydration,
• weight loss or gain,
• fatigue,
• dry mouth,
• slow-healing wounds, cuts, or sores,
• itching skin, and
• increased susceptibility to infections.

The early symptoms of untreated diabetes are related to elevated blood sugar levels, and loss of glucose in the urine. High amounts of glucose in the urine can cause increased urine output (frequent urination) and lead to dehydration. The dehydration also causes increased thirst and water consumption. A relative or absolute insulin deficiency eventually leads to weight loss. The weight loss of diabetes occurs despite an increase in appetite.

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Some untreated diabetes patients also complain of fatigue. Nausea and vomiting can also occur in patients with untreated diabetes. Frequent infections (such as infections of the bladder, skin, and vaginal areas) are more likely to occur in people with untreated or poorly-controlled diabetes. Fluctuations in blood glucose levels can lead to blurred vision. Extremely elevated glucose levels can lead to lethargy and coma.

How do I know if I have diabetes?

• Many people are unaware that they have diabetes, especially in its early stages when symptoms may not be present.
• There is no definite way to know if you have diabetes without undergoing blood tests to determine your blood glucose levels (see section on Diagnosis of diabetes).
• See your doctor if you have symptoms of diabetes or if you are concerned about your diabetes risk.

 Overview of the post:

In this post, We will discuss the most common symptoms of diabetes. It is very important to know the symptoms as soon as possible one is affected by high glucose level.

Author: Dr.Shella M. Francillon, MD

Dr. Shella Francillon is a Medical Doctor who did intense researches on diabetes patients while being in internship in Dr. Marcelino Velez Hospital. She focus not only in the medicated side of the treatment but much in the patient's education in order for them to understand the disease. She believes the patient's coorporation is crucial to design an individualized treatment. The final goal is to reverse the process and help the body properly regulate the hormones.