subject: Could You Have Diabetes And Not Even Know It? [print this page] Could You Have Diabetes And Not Even Know It?
Diabetes can be a deadly condition if left untreated. Unfortunately, millions of people have this condition and don't even realize it. Below are the most common warning signs that your body is trying to tell you something.
Frequent Trips To The Bathroom
Does it seem that you are going to the restroom way too much lately? Frequent urination happens when there is too much glucose in the blood. This is because the kidneys can't filter glucose back to the blood. They become overwhelmed and try to draw extra water out of the blood to dilute the glucose.
Constant Thirst
This goes hand in hand with frequent urination. If you are always thirsty and can't get enough water while making frequent trips to the bathroom this can be a diabetes warning sign.
Unexplained Weight Loss
This can happen when your pancreas stops producing insulin. The bodybegins to lookfor energy sources because the cells aren't getting glucose. It starts to break down muscle tissue and fat for energy.
Always Feeling Tired
The body is no longer using the glucose from the food eaten to produce the energy needed to live on.
Tingling, Numbness, and Sharp Pains
This symptom is also know as neuropathy. High glucose levels will damage the nervous system.
Other Possible Symptoms of Diabetes
Blurred vision
Cuts that take longer than usual to heal
Dry itchy skin
Conclusion
If you have any of the above symptoms you should call and schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. Discovering that you have high blood sugar levels early on can make the world of difference in the treatment and your lifestyle.
