subject: Major Health Indicators of Diabetes [print this page] Diabetes can present itself in a number of ways. You might show symptoms that are easily diagnosed. One person's diabetes symptoms could certainly be less severe making diagnosis more difficult. Although, there are a few symptoms that are quite indicitive of diabetes that you need to be aware of. We will go over a few of the more prominent symptoms in this article. You need to consult your medical professional if you notice any of these symptoms.
Has your weight started to fluctuate? Does it feel like you eat all the time but you're still losing weight? Is this a recent change? Did these fluctuations start even though your diet hasn't changed? Weight fluctuations are the easiest to spot of diabetes symptoms. This happens because diabetes affects your potassium levels then affects the amount of water in your body. It is the change in your water levels that causes your weight to fluctuate. If you find your weight fluctuating drastically and unpredictably, talk to your doctor.
Do your eyes suddenly go blurry without notice? This is something that you won't be able to see if it is happening to someone else. If this symptom occurs you should consult your physcian about insulin testing. The actual name for this is Hyperosmolar hyperglycemia nonketotic syndrome. It is caused when body fluid is pulled out of the tissues surrounding the lenses of your eyes. Your eyes will have a more difficult time focusing. Sometimes blurry vision is a sign that you need glasses. If it comes and goes, however, it could be a sign of diabetes so you should call your doctor if it happens to you.
How much do you need to use the restroom on a typical day? This is seemingly something you prefer not to answer out loud. At minimum, you should answer the question in your mind. While some may say that it is actually the excessive thirst diabetes symptom that causes this excessive urination, doctors insist that it is a symptom all by itself. If you realize you are constantly running for the restroom--even if you are only eating or drinking a little bit--you should speak to your medical professional and ask them to check out your potassium and bladder functions. It is quite possible that during these tests your doctor will discover your diabetes. There are a variety of indicators for diabetes, however they can be harsh. The most conspicuous signs (the lack of insulin production) are tough to notice without extensive medical testing. Additional signs are quite apparent. At the same time, many of the obvious symptoms of diabetes are also obvious symptoms of other problems and disorders. It is essential for you to be aware of your body (and the bodies of your loved ones). You don't want an incorrect diagnosis for your disease. Request a second opinion if you don't think your own doctor diagnosed you or you children right.
