Let's check for symptoms that may indicate diabetes.

Symptoms suspected of diabetes

If you think it applies to more than two, please visit the hospital.

Sudden and severe weight loss is also not considered good ㅠㅠ

It is recommended to regularly check your body and, if you suspect any of the symptoms below, visit a hospital to measure your blood sugar and consult with a professional. Especially, it is important to consistently monitor whether the high blood sugar is temporary or persistent, and if you have diabetes or are at high risk for diabetes, to establish and follow a blood sugar management plan.

 

 

Weight loss = Due to diabetes, the body becomes lethargic and weight loss can occur without reason. Glucose is used as the body's energy source, but in diabetes, there is a problem with insulin function that moves glucose into cells, so glucose does not enter the cells properly. As diabetes progresses, the body starts to obtain the necessary energy from fat or protein instead of glucose, leading to weight loss.

 

Anemia = Anemia can occur due to diabetes. When diabetes develops due to nutritional excess, the body enters a state of chronic inflammation. At this time, the hormone that produces blood, erythropoietin, is not secreted properly, leading to a deficiency of iron.

 

Polyphagia (多食) = If you constantly crave sweet foods, it can be considered a symptom of early-stage diabetes. Diabetes is a condition where insulin function deteriorates, preventing glucose from being absorbed by the body and causing it to be excreted through urine. Since sugar is excreted regardless of absorption, the body's cells, which rely on sugar as an energy source, experience nutritional deficiency. To compensate for the lack of nutrients, the body desires not only sweet foods but also more food than usual.

 

Post-meal drowsiness = Changes in blood sugar levels can also cause sleepiness. When a person with unstable blood sugar consumes foods high in monosaccharides, their blood sugar rises sharply compared to usual. To lower it, excess insulin is secreted, causing blood sugar to drop rapidly again, leading to a hypoglycemic state that can cause feelings of sleepiness and fatigue.

 

Thirst = Persistent thirst is also a typical early symptom of diabetes. The body feels thirsty to lower blood sugar levels. Drinking a lot of water naturally causes increased urination, known as polyuria.

 

Slow wound healing = When blood sugar levels are high, nerves and blood vessels in the body are damaged, leading to abnormalities in blood circulation. Therefore, small cuts or puncture wounds may take several weeks to months to heal.

 

 

Frequent urination = When blood sugar levels are high, the kidneys promote urination to lower blood sugar. In particular, there is a tendency for frequent urination at night, so if the frequency of going to the bathroom increases before bedtime, it may be an early sign of diabetes.

 

Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet? = When your hands and feet become numb and occasionally tingle or feel numb, it is highly likely to be diabetes. This is because diabetes damages the nerves. In other words, it affects the sensory nerves in the hands and feet. Therefore, you may experience tingling pain or hot neuralgia in your hands and feet. If there are abnormalities in your hands and feet, diabetes may have progressed to some extent, so it is essential to visit a hospital.