Diabetes often develops silently, and many people don’t realize they have it until it’s too late. Spotting the early signs can help you take action before serious complications arise.
Frequent Urination
If you find yourself going to the bathroom more often, especially at night, it could be a sign that your body is trying to flush out excess sugar.
Extreme Thirst
High blood sugar pulls fluid from your tissues, leaving you constantly thirsty even after drinking water.
Unexplained Weight Loss
If you’re losing weight without dieting or exercising, your body might not be able to use glucose properly and is burning fat and muscle instead.
Constant Fatigue
When your cells don’t get the energy they need from glucose, you’ll feel tired and drained all the time.
Blurred Vision
High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes, causing swelling and blurry vision.
Slow Healing Wounds
Cuts, sores, or infections that take longer to heal can be an early warning sign of diabetes.
Tingling or Numbness in Hands & Feet
This can be due to nerve damage caused by prolonged high blood sugar.
Tip: If you notice one or more of these symptoms, don’t ignore them — get your blood sugar tested immediately. Early diagnosis can save your health and prevent complications.
Q: Can diabetes be reversed?
A: Type 2 diabetes can often be managed or even reversed with lifestyle changes, while Type 1 requires lifelong insulin.
Q: Can these symptoms be caused by other issues?
A: Yes, which is why testing is important to confirm.
Q: How often should I get tested?
A: Adults over 40 or those with risk factors should test at least once a year.
