What are the symptoms of diabetes other than peeing too often?
The most common symptoms include: frequent urination, increased thirst and sometimes increased appetite.
Other signs and symptoms include: blurry vision, fatigue, dry skin, nausea and wounds that take longer to heal….
these symptoms are non-specific (meaning if you have these symptoms, it doesn't necessarily mean you have diabetes). You should see your doctor and get a simple blood test to make sure.
If you have really serious diabetes that goes untreated for a long time, you can develop nerve damage….numbness in your arms and legs (which can lead to lesions or sores b/c you dont feel it when you hurt yourself)….sometimes in really serious cases, people have had to have their feet or toes ampuated. but this is only in really serious cases. Long-term untreated diabetes can also lead to kidney problems, and vision problems. So check with your doctor!!
Symptoms of low blood sugar = shaking, sweating, dizziness, hunger, anxiousness, headache, irritability
Low blood sugar usually occurs if you are taking diabetes medication and you haven't eaten anything recently, so your blood sugar drops too low…….you probably won't have these symptoms unless you are already taking diabetes medications.
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kidney pain
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Being thirsty drinking water alot.
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Some that I know of include unexplained weight loss, blurred vision, tingling sensation in feet and hands, always being thirsty.
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Takes you a long time to heal from scratches, burns, cuts, skin abrasions, etc., you're thirsty a lot, you can pass out if your blood sugar gets too low, or you could get violently ill if your blood sugar gets too high…if I think of any more I'll let you know.
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Dry skin, weight loss, numb arms and legs, frequent infections of the bladder, urine might smell like acetone. Anyway, there are also people which don't have any symptom when having diabetis
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The most common symptoms include: frequent urination, increased thirst and sometimes increased appetite.
Other signs and symptoms include: blurry vision, fatigue, dry skin, nausea and wounds that take longer to heal….
these symptoms are non-specific (meaning if you have these symptoms, it doesn't necessarily mean you have diabetes). You should see your doctor and get a simple blood test to make sure.
If you have really serious diabetes that goes untreated for a long time, you can develop nerve damage….numbness in your arms and legs (which can lead to lesions or sores b/c you dont feel it when you hurt yourself)….sometimes in really serious cases, people have had to have their feet or toes ampuated. but this is only in really serious cases. Long-term untreated diabetes can also lead to kidney problems, and vision problems. So check with your doctor!!
Symptoms of low blood sugar = shaking, sweating, dizziness, hunger, anxiousness, headache, irritability
Low blood sugar usually occurs if you are taking diabetes medication and you haven't eaten anything recently, so your blood sugar drops too low…….you probably won't have these symptoms unless you are already taking diabetes medications.
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http://www.endocrineweb.com/diabetes/hyperglycemia.html
http://www.lifeclinic.com/focus/diabetes/kids_symptoms.asp
(symptoms of untreated diabetes = symptoms of HYPERglycemia)
I was diagnosed after going to see the doctor with what I thought was the world's worst bladder or vaginal infection - it stung so bad when I peed that I cried. Turned out it was the sugar crystals in my urine slicing up the outside of my yoni and peeing was just irritating the cuts.
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The general symptoms of Diabetes are frequent urination, extreme thirst, fatigue, dizzy spells, weight loss, excessive hunger, blurred vision and it can alter your mental state/ability. Always a good idea to be checked as millions have undiagnosed Diabetes and it can have serious to fatal consequences.
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Diabetes mellitus is impaired insulin secretion and variable degrees of peripheral insulin resistance leading to hyperglycemia. Early symptoms are related to hyperglycemia and include polydipsia, polyphagia, and polyuria. Later complications include vascular disease, peripheral neuropathy, and predisposition to infection. Diagnosis is by measuring plasma glucose. Treatment is diet, exercise, and drugs that reduce glucose levels, including insulin and oral antihyperglycemic drugs. Prognosis varies with degree of glucose control.(Merck)
Diabetes Mellitus
Essentials of diagnosis.
(1) Usually gradual in adults but acute in children.
(2) Polyuria (excretion of excessive amount of urine) , intense thirst.
(3) Nocturia (void of urine at night).
(4) Polyphagia (excessive ingestion of food).
(5) Weight loss, weakness, lassitude.
(6) Pruritus valvae (itching of the external genitalia) in females, balanitis (inflammation of the glans penis) in males.
(7) Leg cramps, crops of boils, loss of libido (sexual urge) and impotence (partial or complete inability of the male to perform the sexual act or to achieve orgasm) in middle age.
(8) Blurring of vision may develop.
(9) High fasting blood sugar content >120 mg%
(10) Urine may be positive for sugar.
Please see the web pages for more details on Diabetes Mellitus.
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http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001214.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diabetes_Mellitus
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec12/ch158/ch158b.html#sec12-ch158-ch158b-1105
Before I was diagnosed with diabetes, I felt lousy after eating sweets. I don't think that's one of the official symptoms, though.
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My step son, before he was diagnosed, was always either really naughty, loud, and hyperactive or tired, sullen, quiet and miserable. There was no middle ground. He was taking sweets and snacks form the 'treat' cupboard more than he should and was drinking and peeing a lot.
He was about 11 when he was diagnosed at last. He shows the same symptoms still when he goes high or low.
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Besides, peeing often, it is dry mouth & very thirsty, feeling light headed,
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Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes:
• Increased thirst
• Going to the loo (for a wee) all the time – especially at night
• Extreme tiredness
• Weight loss
• Blurred vision
• Genital itching or regular episodes of thrush
• Slow healing of wounds
• Nausea
• Dizzyness
• Funny taste in your mouth, that is described as smelling like pear drops
• Lack of concentration
• A big change in appetite
In Type 1 diabetes the signs and symptoms will usually be very obvious, developing quickly, usually over a few weeks.
In people with Type 2 diabetes the signs and symptoms will not be so obvious or even non-existent in people with Type 2 diabetes. If you’re older you may put the symptoms down to ‘getting on a bit’. Taking early action is key so if any of the symptoms apply to you, ask your GP for a diabetes test.
In both types of diabetes, the symptoms are quickly relieved once the diabetes is treated. Early treatment will also reduce the chances of developing serious health problems.
Treatment for diabetes depends on the type of diabetes you have. With type 2, it can be controlled with tablets (such as Metformin) or diet alone. However, type 1 diabetes can only be treated with insulin injections.
Keep yourself healthy, exercise regularly and make sure your heart is in good condition. If you have any concerns - go and see your GP. It is genetic and the more you ignore it, the worse it will be.
Take care
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Student Nurse
13yrs of diabetes
diabetes UK: http://www.diabetes.org.uk
my face would get red and burn. and i went to the doctor and they diagnosed me with diabetes since takes the meds my face is no longer red.
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low energy level…wanting to drink all the time always being thirsty…
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any one in your family have it? If the doctor says you have it dont mess around. Iam paying the price . Nerve damage, eye problems heart ,I walk with a cane. its the leading cause of blindness..read all you can.. Good Luck
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ants crawling towards you ..
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My Coconut..