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Diabetes Symptoms
The symptoms of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are similar. It is the speed in which they manifest that differs.
Type 1 diabetes symptoms develop over a short period of time. Type 1 diabetes is caused by an autoimmune response within the body which attacks the precious beta cells in the pancreas. The condition is irreversible and sufferers will need insulin supplementation for the rest of their lives.
Because there is no insulin being produced in the case of type 1 diabetes, symptoms develop and worsen very quickly with sufferers quickly falling into a diabetic coma if the condition is not diagnosed.
The situation is very different with type 2 diabetes. In this form of the disease some insulin is still being produced and released, it may not be enough or the cells may have become resistant and unable to utilise the insulin that is available, but there will be some insulin present within the body. This means that symptoms develop more slowly and progress over an extended period of time. It can be many years before a type 2 diabetic receives a diagnosis.
For both types of diabetes the symptoms are the same and it is important to seek medical help if any of the following are noticed:
* Excessive thirst - this is an early indication that all is not well. It can of course be attributed to other factors but it is worth asking the doctor to check if this symptom is noticed.
* Frequent urination - obviously if more fluid is going in, it has to come out. There may be a sweet smell to the urine indicating high sugar levels. There can be other health conditions that cause more frequent urination and they are all worth checking out.
* High blood glucose levels can damage the smaller blood vessels which in turn can cause damage to the sensitive structure of the eye. Any sudden changes in vision must be investigated promptly.
* Sweet smelling breath may be noticed by diabetes sufferers or their nearest and dearest. It is worth investigating as it can be indicative of diabetes.
* A non-seasonal increase in appetite is worth noting, especially if this is accompanied by an unexplained weight loss.
* Drowsiness and lethargy can be overlooked as nowadays everyone is leading a busy life. However, it is worth investigating if it does not improve after a few early nights.
* Heavy, laboured breathing can be masked by all manner of modern day respiratory problems but can be a symptom of diabetes.
* Stupor and unconsciousness is the final symptom, by which time it is often too late to do anything to help.
Become conscious of your body and the warning signs it sends out. Ignoring symptoms can only lead to them worsening and even the development of a more serious health problem. Go and get them checked out!
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