Diabetic
Symptoms
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How fast do
symptoms develop?
The symptoms
of diabetes may develop over the course of weeks or
even days in children or adolescents who had previously
been exhibiting signs of health. However, in adults
over the age of 40 the symptoms can appear very gradually.
In type 1 diabetics, a condition called ketoacidosis
is common. This occurs when acid compounds (ketones)
form in the blood. If untreated, this can result in
extremely serious complications and even death, but
it can be the first indicator of the presence of type
1 diabetes.
Amongst type 2 diabetics, the condition may not be picked
up on until the patient comes in for other medical treatment.
The symptoms of the two forms of diabetes are listed
below.
If
I am type 1 diabetic, what might my symptoms be?
- Symptom
checklist for type 1 diabetic:
- Exceptional
thirst
- Dry mouth
- Frequent
urination
- Loss of
weight
- Weakness
or fatigue
- Blurred
vision
If
I am type 2 diabetic, what might my symptoms be?
- Symptom
checklist for type 2 diabetic:
- Blurred
vision
- Cuts or
sores that take a long time to heal
- Itching
skin or yeast infections
- Excessive
thirst
- Dry mouth
- Frequent
urination
- Leg pain
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