So, what are some of the early symptoms of adult diabetes, also known as diabetes type two? Do you have them…or are you at risk? In this post, let’s check out some of the signs and symptoms of adult diabetes.
My guest author today is The Alternate Medic, who has some great information on where diabetes can come from (is it genetic or merely lifestyle), who’s prone to diabetes and finally some warning signs. Take it away!
Diabetes: Is it Genetic?
Diabetes can be genetic in origin, that is it can be traced in the genes of certain families. If you have a family history of diabetes, then you need to be careful and extra vigilant in recognizing the early symptoms of diabetes. Being able to catch the early symptoms of diabetes can determine whether your diabetes is severe or manageable with just medications and a strict diet.
Who’s at Risk for Diabetes Type Two?
Some races are more prone to diabetes compared to others. Who’se at risk? Well, it affects those who have traces of Native American, African American, Latino and Pacific Islander heritage. For whatever reason (not quite yet determined) these races are prone to diabetes.
Other factors are an individual’s weight, lifestyle and age; these are among the factors that can trigger diabetes in an individual. A family history of diabetes is usually the reason why people always have check ups to see if their body is functioning as it should be. Diabetes type two is a scary disease, for the damage it ultimately does to your body and mind.
Several Early Symptoms Of Adult Diabetes
The early symptoms of diabetes are as follows:
- blurry vision
- numbness in the legs
- excessive thirst
- frequent urination (kind of a side effect of the thirst)
- increased feeling of fatigue
- irritability
- extreme hunger
- sudden weight loss, despite increased appetite
These early symptoms of diabetes need to be recognized as soon as possible before the individual goes from pre-diabetes stage to full diabetes.
Other early symptoms of diabetes type 2 are frequent skin infections or yeast infections. Since yeast prefers to grow on sugar, it is understandable that these will occur on a person who is secreting basically sweet urine and sweat.
The early symptoms of diabetes are warning lights that help you to know that you may have diabetes type two. It’s important to be vigilant and observant regarding changes in our bodily functions and lifestyle.
If You Suspect You Have Diabetes Symptoms…
If you suspect you are experiencing early symptoms of diabetes, go to your medical practitioner to have a blood test done, including your blood sugar readings (fasting and after eating). It will also help to discover if you have any other underlying diseases that can be associated with adult diabetes.
Thanks for providing this great information on some of the early symptoms of adult diabetes.
So, do you visit your doctor regularly — at least once a year for checkups? If not, you really should. I know, I hate the bother of going, but if you catch something at the start, you have a better chance at surviving. Not to mention it costs a whole lot less than expensive treatments later on.
Other Resources
If you liked this information on the early symtoms of adult diabetes, you might enjoy the following links as well. Happy reading!
- What are some diabetic guidelines?
- Symptoms of diabetes, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.
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