According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) it’s estimated that 10.5% of the US population have diabetes - approximately 21.4% have gone undiagnosed [1].
With a number of issues associated with untreated diabetes, it’s important to stay in the know, this includes being aware of some of the most common signs and symptoms of diabetes, including:
- Feeling thirsty all the time
- Feeling hungry all the time
- Frequent urination
- A constant urge to urinate
- Feeling tired all of the time
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
See also: What is the Best Treatment for Prediabetes?
How many types of diabetes are there?
There are three main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2 and gestational which occurs during pregnancy. While symptoms and signs of each can seem similar, there are differences that are worth noting.
Signs of Type 1 Diabetes
- Feeling thirsty all the time
- Feeling hungry all the time
- Feeling tired all the time
- Frequent urination
- Intense urge to urinate
- Feeling moody or irritable
- Blurred vision or vision loss
See also: What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Signs of Type 2 Diabetes
- Feeling thirsty all the time
- Feeling hungry all the time
- Feeling tired all the time
- Frequent urination
- Intense urge to urinate
- Higher frequency of yeast infections
See also: What is Type 2 Diabetes?
Signs of Gestational Diabetes
- Feeling thirsty all the time
- Feeling tired all the time
- Frequent urination
- Having a dry mouth
- Blurred vision
See also: What are the Symptoms of Gestational Diabetes?
If you suspect you’re experiencing the signs and symptoms of diabetes, it’s important to find out more.
LetsGetChecked’s at-home Diabetes Test can give you the answers you need with results available within 2-5 days. The test is recommended for those who have diabetes and want to monitor their average blood sugar levels on an on-going basis and for those who suspect that they may have diabetes and want to gain more health insights.
See also: How do you Check for Diabetes From Home?
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