High blood sugar causes gradual, mild symptoms that may come on suddenly. Frequent urination and excessive thirst are symptoms of type 2 diabetes and can be caused by other factors.
In fact, most people are unaware of their blood sugar levels until they develop type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that causes high levels of glucose (or sugar) in the body. The problem is to ignore and dismiss the symptoms, because something else can cause more serious health problems later.
If left untreated, diabetes can lead to heart disease, stroke, nerve and kidney damage, and vision loss. Even a small increase in blood sugar can damage your organs.
Diabetes is a common disease. More than 34 million people in the country have diabetes, nearly 95 percent of whom have type 2 diabetes, and about 88 million have prediabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Summa Health discusses 10 early signs of type 2 diabetes. Even if you have mild symptoms, it’s a good idea to let your doctor know, especially if you’re at risk for diabetes. The higher the blood sugar, the more damage it will cause if left untreated.