Diabetes refers to a group of diseases including prediabetes, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. These diabetes types affect how our bodies use glucose (blood sugar). Glucose serves as the brain’s primary fuel source and provides energy for your tissue and muscle cells. Diabetes can lead to raised blood sugar levels, which can result in serious health issues. There are many signs of diabetes, some of them, though, can be rather subtle or unusual, making them hard to recognize. Therefore, many people remain undiagnosed in the early stages, increasing the risk of the condition worsening. We have compiled a list of symptoms to look out for that may indicate that you have undiagnosed diabetes.
Constantly Needing to Urinate
On average, most individuals urinate around six to seven times per day. However, urinating anywhere from four to ten times per day can still be considered normal. If you suddenly find yourself needing to urinate more often than usual (especially at night), it could indicate that your kidneys are having to work harder to rid your body of the excess sugar in your bloodstream. The first thing to consider is whether you may be drinking too much water in the evening, which would naturally result in more frequent urination. Try to refrain from drinking caffeine after 5 pm and water after 7 pm to test if this is the cause. If, however, you still find that you need to urinate multiple times per night, it may indicate that you have undiagnosed diabetes.