“Symptoms of diabetes?”
Strange things have been happening lately that are not normal. I'm wondering if it has to do with diabetes since it runs in my family.
Female | 16 years old
Complaint duration: 1 month
4 Answers
Family hx of diabetes? check HBA1c and labs
Diabetes can cause unusual symptoms such as acute changes. They would relate to fluctuating blood sugar levels including very high or very low levels. Fatigue, lethargy, and depression would be more likely.
Dear patient,
You don't mention symptoms. I would suggest you see your physician immediately for a proper evaluation.
Respectfully,
Marvin A. Leder, MD FACP FACE
You don't mention symptoms. I would suggest you see your physician immediately for a proper evaluation.
Respectfully,
Marvin A. Leder, MD FACP FACE
There are two types of symptoms of diabetes in a young woman. One type is related to insulin resistance which includes menstrual irregularities, thickened dark skin around the neck, under the arms and in the groin area where skin contacts other skin. The other type relates to elevated glucose, which includes frequent urination, increased thirst, weight loss, and blurred vision. Most of the time, there are no symptoms of diabetes and it is discovered on routine blood tests. If you are overweight, it is important to avoid simple sugars, rice, wheat and cornmeal. If you are concerned, you should have a fasting glucose and insulin level checked.
