Type 2 Diabetes What Causes Diabetes? Insulin Resistance Signs of Diabetes Hypoglycemia Hyperglycemia Diabetes Treatment Glycemic Index Diabetic Recipes Canine Diabetes Feline Diabetes Articles Library	Early Warning Signs of Diabetes It is often years before Type 2 Diabetes is diagnosed, although it may have been developing for quite some time. A diagnosis of diabetes can lead to big life changes so it's important to know the early warning signs of diabetes. Taking action now could delay or even prevent you from getting the disease. The Symptoms Symptoms will vary depending on the person. Be alert for: Increased bathroom breaks. Too much glucose in the blood leads your body to try to "dilute" it drawing water out of the blood, which is released in urine. Constantly feeling thirsty. Because you urinate more, you also get dehydrated. Always feeling hungry. A general fatigued feeling. A diabetic's body no longer responds properly to insulin and the body's cells can't absorb the blood glucose. This results in a tired, run-down feeling. Blurry vision. Itchy, dry skin. Neuropathy, or tingling in your hands or feet. This condition occurs because diabetes gradually causes damage to the nervous system. Frequent or recurring infections. Wounds that heal slowly. There are many causes of Type 2 Diabetes. People who have insulin resistance often develop Type 2 Diabetes. It's important to regularly visit a doctor to maintain good health. Be sure to mention to your doctor any initial signs of diabetes - even if you're not sure. Catching and treating it now could prevent it from becoming a bigger problem. Diagnosing Type 2 Diabetes A doctor will talk to you about the symptoms of diabetes you may have been experiencing. He or she will also take a medical history, family history, do a physical exam, and may order a blood test to check your blood glucose levels. Based on the results, a diagnose can be made. Once Type 2 Diabetes is diagnosed, there are ways to treat it. A big part of treatment can involve a change in diet as well as regular exercise. Both will help to get blood sugar levels under control although insulin or other medication may be required. If you believe that you may have (or are developing) Type 2 Diabetes, go to your doctor and get it checked out. Early treatment may be able to prevent or prevent or delay the disease's progression, which in turn will help to prevent additional complications such as loss of vision or heart damage. Here's how you can fight back against diabetes. Additional Reading: How Do You Get Type 2 Diabetes? How to Lower Your Risk of Getting Diabetes How Does Diabetes Affect You? What Causes Itching & Burning in a Diabetic? What Is Normal Fasting Blood Glucose? How Does Diabetes Affect a Person's Lifestyle? How Are People With Diabetes Increasing? Why Are Children Affected by Type Two Diabetes? What do the Test Results Mean for Type 2 Diabetes? Using Exercise to Reduce Insulin Resistance Signs of Diabetic Neuropathy How is Diabetes Inherited? What Stops Diabetes? How High Can Blood Sugar Go To Be Normal? Diabetes Facts Diabetes - Foot Pain Diabetes and Itchy Skin Diagnosing Diabetes Diabetes Screening What is a Diabetes Blood Test? About Diabetes Effects of Diabetes Reversing Diabetes Diabetes Foot Symptoms Diabetes and Heart Disease   The information on this website is based on our own research and personal experience, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Questions about your health and individual situation should be directed to your doctor.
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