Nov 2, 2024, 11:42 AM IST
Some of the common symptoms of diabetes include feeling very thirsty, needing to urinate often, losing weight without trying, and feeling unusually tired.
Other signs to be aware of are blurry vision, wounds that heal slowly, and tingling sensations in the hands or feet, which could indicate high blood sugar levels.
The kidneys attempt to filter the extra sugar from the blood when blood sugar levels are high. A person may need to urinate more frequently as a result.
The frequent urination necessary to remove excess sugar from the blood can result in the body losing additional water.
People with type 2 diabetes often feel constantly hungry, regardless of how recently they have eaten.
Type 2 diabetes can impact a person’s energy levels and cause them to feel fatigued.
High blood sugar levels can also lead to swelling of the eye lens. This can cause blurred vision but will improve when blood sugar levels reduce.
High sugar levels in the blood can damage the body’s nerves and blood vessels, which can impair blood circulation.
Patches of darker skin forming on creases of the neck, armpit, or groin can also result from diabetes. These patches may feel soft and velvety.
Excess sugar in the blood and urine provides food for yeast, which can lead to infection. Yeast infections tend to occur on warm, moist areas of the skin, such as the mouth, genital areas, and armpits.