Diabetes Symptoms
Diabetes often goes undiagnosed because many of its symptoms seem so harmless.
Type 1 Diabetes
- Frequent urination
- Unusual thirst
- Extreme hunger
- Unusual weight loss
- Extreme fatigue and irritability
Type 2 Diabetes*
- Any of the Type 1 symptoms
- Frequent infections
- Blurred vision
- Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal
- Tingling/numbness in the hands/feet
- Recurring skin, gum, or bladder infections
*Often people with Type 2 diabetes have no symptoms.
What to Do:
- Eat healthy, nutritious food in moderate amounts
- Be physically active every day
- Check your blood sugar regularly
- Take the medicine that your medical providers prescribe
- See your medical provider regularly
- Keep your blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol as close to the normal range as possible
Definition
Risk Factors
Diabetes Self-Management Education
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