- The most common signs are frequent urination, constant thirst and hunger, weight loss, tiredness. It is important to note that most people with type 2 diabetes do not know that they have the disease because of lack of symptoms. These people may discover that they have diabetes through routine blood sugar check or when they are admitted to hospital with complications.
- Management of Type 2 diabetes is by following a healthy diet and regular exercise. Medication(s) may be prescribed if lifestyle adjustments are not sufficient to control blood sugar levels.
Gestational
Diabetes
- Develops temporarily during pregnancy due to hormonal changes during pregnancy. If not well-controlled, there may be problems with the pregnancy and the baby.
- To maintain a nearly normal blood glucose level, dietary control may be sufficient, but if it is not, then the most effective way to regulate the blood glucose level is by insulin injection.
- The mother is at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes later in life.
Signs
and Symptoms of Diabetes
Many people are unaware that they have diabetes until complications set in. The signs and symptoms of diabetes are:
- constant
tiredness
- excessive
thirst
- frequent
urination, especially at night
- unexplained
weight loss
- blurred
vision
- skin infections
and itching in the genital areas
- slow healing
of cuts and wounds
- numbness
or burning sensations in the limbs.
If you have these symptoms or suspect that you may have diabetes, please consult your doctor for a blood sugar test.
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