Published 11:24 IST, November 14th 2023

5 Signs that a Type II Diabetic Must Not Ignore

A Type II Diabetic can manage the affliction much better if they can identify the symptoms early. We take a look at the problem and the symptoms associated.

Reported by: Rukma Datta
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World Diabetes Day on 14th of November this year has me, 'Access to Diabetes Care' 

For a country like India with its problems of proper healthcare infrastructure and lack of access to healthcare for majority, re could be no more apt aspect to focus on than this. Diabetes is a disease afflicting a huge chunk of our population and re is no doubt.  

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A recent government study this year estimates that about 11% of Indians are Diabetic, and 15.3 % are in pre-diabetic stage. actual numbers se percentages translate into are staggering. Around 101.3 million Indians are Diabetic and anor 136 million are in pre-diabetes stage. And to think, experts h once thought this was a disease of more affluent, and not of developing countries alrey crippled by lack of medical care and an array of infectious diseases like Malaria, TB and AIDS. 

Of s of Diabetes, 1 is non-preventable, being mostly genetic, while 2 can be prevented. Be that as it may, let's get an idea of what 2 Diabetes is.

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What is 2 Diabetes?   

2 Diabetes is a chronic condition that happens when body is unable to regulate and use sugar as a fuel. This les to excess sugar circulation in blood. anomalies in regulation and use of sugar happen because pancreas is not able to produce required amounts of insulin and cells are unable to absorb sugar as y are unable to respond equately to insulin. 

2 Diabetes was earlier termed ult-onset diabetes or Diabetes Mellitus. While it is more common in middle-aged ults and beyond, in recent times, both 1 and 2 can occur in eir. Common though it may be, it can be extremely distressing to be diagnosed with Diabetes. best way is to be aware of symptoms broly so that y can be detected in time. Here are some of symptoms of 2 Diabetes. 

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Early Symptoms of 2 Diabetes

  • Extreme Thirst
  • Blurred Vision
  • Abnormally Frequent urination
  • Increased Sensation in Hands and Feet
  • Extreme tiredness
  • Never healing wounds
  • Recurring Yeast infections 
  • Constant hunger 
  • Sudden Weight Loss

Moreover, dark rashes around neck or armpits are anor telltale sign. y could be signs that your body is not absorbing insulin.  

2 Diabetes has stages. best way is to recognise symptoms early and visit doctor. While 2 Diabetes is incurable once it sets in, it can be managed. Proper exercise and a healthy diet are key. 

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11:24 IST, November 14th 2023