Symptoms of Diabetes

A few common symptoms of diabetes include increased thirst and urination, constant hunger, and increased fatigue. Other possible symptoms include weight loss and slow-healing wounds. In the case of type 1 diabetes, symptoms usually develop over a short time; symptoms of type 2 diabetes develop more gradually. Often, type 2 diabetes isn't even diagnosed until a routine blood test.

Diabetes -- What Is It?

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What Are the Symptoms of Diabetes?

When people have diabetes, the body's cells are locked and the sugar that's in the blood can't enter the cells to give them energy. Since sugar can't get into the cells, it starts to build up in the bloodstream. High levels of blood sugar can lead to the common signs and symptoms of diabetes, including: