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To manage these symptoms, it’s essential to regularly monitor blood sugar levels and maintain a balanced diet.Blood sugar monitor
4. Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome is an often underestimated but common neurological disorder. This disorder is characterized by an irresistible urge to move the legs, accompanied by uncomfortable sensations such as aches and pains or tickling. The link between this syndrome and diabetes lies at the nerve level.
Persistently high blood sugar levels, a characteristic of diabetes, can damage nerves over time, a condition known as peripheral neuropathy. Damaged nerves send conflicting signals to the brain, triggering the need to constantly move your legs.Diabetes testing kit
5. Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea, characterized by frequent pauses in breathing during sleep, is another potential sign of diabetes. These interruptions in breathing can occur multiple times throughout the night, leading to fatigue the next day.
Obesity is a key factor linking these two conditions. Excess fat around the neck can obstruct the airway, leading to apnea. Additionally, metabolic disturbances due to diabetes, such as insulin resistance, can also influence the development of sleep apnea.
6. Increased Thirst
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If you frequently wake up at night with a dry mouth and experience excessive thirst, this could be a telltale sign of diabetes, called polydipsia. When blood sugar levels are high, your kidneys work harder to filter out excess sugar. Excess sugar is excreted in the urine along with fluids from your tissues, causing frequent urination and dehydration, leading to increased thirst.
To manage this symptom, it is essential to control blood sugar levels through regular monitoring, a balanced diet, physical activity, and, if necessary, medication prescribed by a healthcare professional.
7. Fatigue
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