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Symptoms Of Type 2 Diabetes
Health Service Executive
Many people have type 2 diabetes for years without knowing it because they may have no symptoms of diabetes. It is important to get medical advice if you think you have signs of diabetes. Early diagnosis and treatment can reduce your risk of developing complications later. The main symptoms of diabetes are:
- feeling very thirsty
- going to the toilet a lot, especially at night
- extreme tiredness
- weight loss and loss of muscle bulk
Other symptoms of diabetes can include:
- itchiness around the vagina or penis
- recurring thrush as a result of the excess glucose in your urine
- blurred vision caused by the lenses of your eyes becoming very dry
- cuts and sores taking longer to heal
Not everyone will experience these other symptoms, and they are not usually severe in those who do get them.
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