Comments on: Can i have diabetes?, plz some help?

By: Bigboy

Bigboy — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:46:59 +0000

No. The thing is that when you say have diabetes you may see or feel the symptoms.

Diabetes often goes undiagnosed because many of its symptoms seem so harmless. Recent studies indicate that the early detection of diabetes symptoms and treatment can decrease the chance of developing the complications of diabetes.

Some diabetes symptoms include:

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* Frequent urination
* Excessive thirst
* Extreme hunger
* Unusual weight loss
* Increased fatigue
* Irritability
* Blurry vision

References :
http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-symptoms.jsp

By: MamaSmurf

MamaSmurf — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:56:59 +0000

You could have diabetes, or a thyroid problem, or an abundance of other problems.
The ring around the neck as Brittany told you about, is not a common thing in diabetes, it only occurs in some, and other problems can cause it. It also includes darkening in the armpit and groin areas. And most doctors do not use the term being "pre diabetic" or being "boarderline" diabetic anymore…these people are actually diabetics.
Being overweight does not mean you would become diabetic either, most type 2 diabetics are not, or ever have been overweight. Diabetes itself can cause a person to gain weight, though.
Other symptoms that you should watch for are
Constant thirst
Frequent urination
Sweet smelling urine
Fatigue
Constant hunger
Headaches
Irritability
Nausea or vomiting
Leg cramps
Blurry vision
Itching skin with no rash
Reoccurring yeast infections in women
Itching penis and genital area in men (male yeast infections)
Frequent boils
Slow healing wounds
Burning, tingling sensations in hands, arms, feet, or legs.
Make a doctor appointment and get some testing done and put your mind to rest.
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diabetic 17 years

By: micksmixxx

micksmixxx — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:10:59 +0000

First of all, sir, let me tell you that you don’t necessarily need to be overweight to develop diabetes mellitus. (That’s the full name for the type of diabetes that I believe you’re talking about. There’s also a condition called diabetes insipidus, but they are totally unrelated.)

Because you mentioned that you don’t go to the toilet a lot, I would hazard a guess that you’re not diabetic. Polyuria (passing a lot of urine … moreso than would be ‘normal’) is one of the main symptoms of both types of diabetes. (Type 1 diabetes is where the pancreas ceases to produce insulin, and type 2 diabetes is where the body builds up a resistance to the effects of insulin that is currently being produced.)

There are many causes which can make you feel tired. The best thing would be for you to see your doctor, tell him/her of the symptoms that you’re experiencing, and allow him/her to follow through with any tests that may need to be done.

Sorry I can’t offer any better advice than this, but I’m not a medically qualified person and I don’t know your medical history.

Be well, young sir.

Edit:

The dark marks that Brittany is referring to is called acanthosis nigricans. It’s a well known condition that is more apparent in type 2 diabetes. You can read more about it at the following site.
References :
http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/acanthosis-nigricans-overview

By: Brittany A

Brittany A — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:28:59 +0000

my sister is on the border line of diabetes!! the only sign iknow of is if you have a dark ring around your neck!! you know it looks like your neck is dirty but its really not … you should go to your family doc. and get checked for it!! also if it runs in your family its a good chance you might have it

good luck
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