Type 1 diabetes is typically diagnosed in young people, but it can develop at any age. Type 2 diabetes is often diagnosed in middle age or older adults, but it is increasing in young people.
- Frequent urination
- Feeling very thirsty
- Feeling very hungry, even though you are eating
- Extreme fatigue
- Blurry vision
- Cuts and bruises that are slow to heal
- Weight loss even though you are eating more (Type 1)
- Tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands/feet (Type 2)
Women with gestational diabetes (GDM) typically have no symptoms; it is detected through prenatal testing, but GDM can lead to Type 2 diabetes for the mom-to-be and health complications for baby.
All three types of diabetes can be controlled with medication, as needed, and/or lifestyle or diet choices. However, the goal isn’t to live with diabetes; it’s to live in a world without diabetes!
If you are experiencing any of the signs and symptoms of diabetes, see your medical provider right away. Although diabetes is common—too common—its complications are serious.