There are several symptoms that can lead to the diagnosis
of diabetes. However, even the most common of symptoms
might not be noticeable in all cases of diabetes. When they
are present in some cases they might not be consistent.
Among the most popular of symptoms is frequent urination.
The cause for the continuous frequent urination is do to
the bodies inability to properly use the insulin. In type 1
diabetes not enough insulin is made by the body. In Type 2
diabetes the insulin that is produced by the body is not
utilized in the right way.
With diabetes the body will try to balance the glucose
levels by eliminating it through urination. This causes the
kidneys to work harder in order to try and filter the
sugars that are being produced in excess. In the event that
not a sufficient amount is secreted the rest is removed as
bodily waste.
A common result of frequent urination is the heavy desire
to drink. Many diabetics have reported they feel the need
to drink on a consistent basis, almost as if they can not
get enough to drink. The more liquids a persons body takes
in the more frequent they will urinate.
Another frequently reported symptom is fatigue. This is
usually caused because the insulin isn't able to properly
help the cells to take the needed glucose from the blood,
causing the individual to feel fatigued on a continuous
basis. Glucose has an important role in the body. It is one
of the main ways the body gets energy and even helps in
repairing cell damage.
Blurred vision is another common symptom of diabetes,
however this can also be a symptom of other diseases or
health related issues. Problems with vision is common among
the elderly population, simply because age can effect the
eyes. However, in diabetes blurred vision is caused by
elevated blood sugar levels. Having elevated levels of
blood sugar in your body can cause the tissues and lenses
of the eyes to not be able to focus. As the diabetes
advances it can cause the vessels within the retina to not
form properly. This can cause the individual to see dark
spots, rings, or even flashing lights.
In Type 2 diabetes it is common for cuts to take longer to
heal. This is especially true when it comes to the persons
feet. This is considered to be an indicator because doctors
are not quite sure why this is. The immune system is
affected by the abnormal glucose levels which seems to be
the cause for the slower paced healing and infection
fighting.
Just because you might have some of these symptoms does not
mean that you are a diabetic. These are just a few of the
more popular warning signs or symptoms. If you find that
you might be suffering form any of these, you should by all
means notify your health care professional. These symptoms
could also be a sign of another medical issue.
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Moses Wright is a health conscious webmaster. He sets up a
site to help people learn more about diabetes. You can get
more resources at:
http://www.healthfitnesswellbeing.com/diabetes.htm
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