Warning Signs of Diabetes
When the kidneys become full of glucose they lose the ability to flush out the extra glucose and then the body begins to draw extra fluids out of the body. This is the first and most common sign of diabetes.
Many feel a constant thirst even after they have drank a lot of liquids. This is because the kidneys have to work extra to get rid of the excess glucose causing you to feel thirsty.
Obesity and diabetes are directly linked. If you have type 1 diabetes the pancreas stops making insulin. This then leads to the cells starving for energy and then the fat stored is used and lean muscle will be lost causing weight loss.
Glucose is again the culprit, when the cells are unable to get glucose from the blood stream for energy the result is a feeling of exhaustion.
The nervous system can also be effected by high levels of glucose. You will experience tingling in the toes and fingers and maybe some numbness as well.
Blood circulation allows oxygen to reach an injury and take care of bacteria. If you are having problems healing this is another symptom of diabetes.
Along with the common signs there are also blurred vision and dry or itchy skin. Any of these are a good sign that something is not functioning, as it should. When you notice any of these warning signs of diabetes, you should make an appointment with your physician immediately.
