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Symptoms of Diabetes

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The following are some common symptoms of diabetes. However, not all people with diabetes have symptoms before diagnosis. That is why regular screening for adults 45 and older and for anyone with risk factors for diabetes (such as being overweight and having a family history of diabetes) is so important.

Frequent urination
Dry mouth or extreme thirst
Hunger
Blurry vision
Fatigue
Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet
Decreased sexual function
Sores that have trouble healing
Weight loss

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