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Diabetes: Symptoms and complications

Few symptoms are increased thirst, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability, blurred vision, slow healing wounds and frequent infections. Increased risk of Heart attack/ Angina/ Stroke, Nerve damage, Kidney damage, Gastroparesis (Nausea/ vomiting) Diarrhea or constipation, Eye damage - blindness, Increased risk of cataract and glaucoma, Foot damage/ amputations, Skin infections, Increased risk of Alzheimer's disease/ Depression/ Hearing impairment.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What are the early symptoms of diabetes?

In most patients Diabetes does not show any symptoms or signs. Few symptoms are increased thirst, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability, blurred vision, slow healing wounds and frequent infections.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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Which diabetes is more dangerous? Type 1 or type 2?

The main thing to remember is that both are as serious as each other. Having high blood glucose (or sugar) levels can lead to serious health complications.

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How does someone with diabetes use insulin?

Insulin can be injected into the fat just below your skin with a syringe and needle or a penlike device that hold insulin with a needle attached.

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What is diabetes mellitus? What are the diabetes medications?

Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose) and is diagnosed when fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more is seen on tests. Treatment is either tablets or insulin to control blood sugar levels along with life style modifications (Diet + exercise)

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What is the best way to cure PCOS and type 2 diabetes?

The best way to cure PCOS and type 2 diabetes is to cut down on refined sugars completely. Additionally, exercise moderately to prevent PCOS and diabetes complications.

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