Is this also a symptom of diabetes on August 12th (Monday)? Your body desperately sending a 'danger signal' 🚨

Maybe it's because a family member has diabetes, so I tend to pay more attention to diabetes.ㅠㅠ

When I hear about pre-diabetes symptoms, I learn that even after resting well, you always feel tired, experience rapid weight changes, frequently feel hungry and thirsty, notice a decline in vision, or observe changes in skin condition.

 

1. Major symptoms that can appear in the pre-diabetic stage!

 

Frequent fatigue

Generally, when blood sugar levels are high, the body tries to secrete more insulin to handle it, which consumes a lot of energy in the process. As a result, you may feel persistent fatigue.

 

Sudden change in weight

Even if there is no change in diet or exercise, weight can suddenly decrease or increase. In particular, if weight drops rapidly, it may be a sign that the body has started using fat instead of carbohydrates as an energy source.

 

Increased hunger and thirst

If blood sugar is not properly absorbed into the cells, the body may require more energy, leading to increased appetite. At the same time, the body may demand more water to dilute the blood sugar, resulting in increased thirst.

 

Blurred vision

High blood sugar can affect the lens of the eye, causing temporary blurred vision. This can improve when blood sugar levels return to normal, but if diabetes progresses, it may lead to permanent vision loss.

 

🫥 Changes in skin condition

Darkening of the skin or a velvety softening appearance (acanthosis nigricans) may occur. This symptom is especially observed in the neck, armpits, and groin areas and is associated with insulin resistance.

 

2. Major symptoms that may appear when you have diabetes!

 

Delayed wound healing

When blood sugar levels are high, blood circulation is poor, making it difficult for wounds to heal. Even small cuts or scratches may take a long time to heal.

 

Frequent urination

When blood sugar levels rise, the kidneys produce more urine to filter out the excess glucose. As a result, you tend to urinate more frequently than usual. This is especially characterized by waking up often at night to urinate.

 

Unexplained weight loss

Diabetic patients may experience rapid weight loss despite adequate caloric intake. This is because the body uses fat and muscle as energy sources.

 

Numbness or tingling

Numbness or tingling sensations in the hands and feet are related to nerve damage (diabetic neuropathy). These symptoms can occur when diabetes has already progressed significantly.

 

Sad gum problem

Swelling or bleeding gums occur frequently, and teeth may also become loose. This is because high blood sugar levels make the gums and teeth more prone to inflammation.

 

Skin infection

Diabetic patients may be susceptible to skin infections. Fungal infections, itching, and rashes can easily occur.

Maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and having regular check-ups are all crucial for managing your health well. We should pay close attention to the signals our bodies send and not overlook even the smallest changes.

 

Source: D Share House