07 Jun , 10:56
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Type 2 diabetes sneaks up unnoticed, and many people learn about their diagnosis already in the late stages, when serious complications begin. However, there is one simple but alarming symptom that is often ignored - constant thirst.
If you increasingly notice that you want to drink even after a normal amount of water, wake up at night due to dry mouth, or constantly carry a bottle of water with you - this could be the first warning sign. Elevated blood sugar levels cause the body to lose fluid, and the brain responds to this with intense thirst.
Other associated signals include:
Frequent urination
Increased fatigue
Unexplained weight loss
Blurred vision
Slow wound healing
Endocrinologists advise not to delay visiting a doctor if you notice at least one of these symptoms. Getting a glucose level test is quick and simple, and timely detection of prediabetes or diabetes can save your health.
