It is difficult for adults to identify the symptoms of Type 2 diabetes or Type 1 diabetes. So, when you or your child feel ill and have some of the symptoms listed in this article, call your doctor immediately.  Ask your doctor about a glucose blood test. Annual physicals should catch increasing blood glucose levels.

Check the following:

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  Excessive Thirst

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  Excessive Urination
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  Weight Loss
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  Yeast infections
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  Dehydration (in spite of good fluid intake)
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  Vomiting
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  Lethargy
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  Confusion
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  Flu-like Symptoms
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  Extreme thirst
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  Bed-wetting
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  Fruity odor to breath

If your child exhibits three or more of these symptoms you should probably have them checked for diabetes.

If you exhibit 3 or more of these symptoms you should have your doctor check you for diabetes.

Type 2 Diabetes Warning Signs

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  Increased thirst

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  Increased hunger (especially after eating)
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  Dry mouth

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  Frequent urination
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  Unexplained weight loss (even though you are eating and feel hungry)
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  Fatigue (weak, tired feeling)
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  Blurred vision
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  Headaches
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  Loss of consciousness (rare)
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  Slow-healing sores or cuts
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  Itching of the skin (usually around the vaginal or groin area)
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  Frequent yeast infections
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  Recent weight gain
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  Velvety dark skin changes of the neck, armpit and groin, called acanthosis nigricans
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  Numbness and tingling of the hands and feet
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  Decreased vision

If your child exhibits three or more of these symptoms you should probably have them checked for diabetes.

If you exhibit 3 or more of these symptoms you should have your doctor check you for diabetes.

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