Signs of diabetes include a range of symptoms that often relate to high blood sugar levels. Common signs for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are:
- Frequent urination, especially at night
- Excessive thirst
- Feeling very hungry
- Unexplained weight loss
- Feeling very tired or fatigued
- Blurred vision
- Cuts or wounds that take longer to heal
- Itchy skin or genital itching, including frequent thrush infections
- Tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands or feet (more common in type 2)
In children, type 1 diabetes symptoms can appear quickly and include extreme thirst, frequent urination (including bedwetting), tiredness, blurred vision, and behavior changes. Type 2 diabetes symptoms may develop more gradually and can sometimes go unnoticed for years
. If you experience these symptoms, it is important to consult a healthcare provider for evaluation and diagnosis. Early detection and treatment can help prevent complications.
