Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes

Like every other generation before them, the baby boomers are growing older

If you are a baby boomer, in the coming years you will be faced with a growing number of diseases common to growing old. You will enjoy the grandchildren and retirement, you will also likely endure different ailments from arthritis to diabetes.

Just the thought of getting a disease like diabetes can darken a sunny day.

Yet, if you are aware of diabetes symptoms and are able to recognize them, you can keep the sun shining long in those golden years. Knowing diabetes symptoms and catching it early is the key to keeping is under control.

Some diabetes symptoms are common and should be checked by a doctor right away.

Each symptom by itself may not seem like a reason to worry, but if more than a couple symptoms are noticed at once, you should see a physician at first possibility.

In order to catch diabetes symptoms early, you need to pay attention to your body.

Every year, over a million new people are diagnosed with diabetes. About 200,000 deaths are indirectly or directly relate to diabetes each year. It is estimated that over 17 million people in America have diabetes. The sad part is, maybe a third of those people are unaware they have diabetes. A ticking time bomb. If they knew they had it, much could be done to stop its effects.

One reason you may have diabetes, and not even know it, is because some people do not show any diabetes symptoms.

If you are over 45 years of age, you should have you blood checked every year. Most often this is done during an annual exam, but make sure it is being done. Do not just guess.

In addition to an annual checkup, there are several symptoms you should watch for.

The following list includes some important ones but not necessarily all.

• If you experience, sudden, unexplained loss of weight
• You are very thirsty and drink excessive amounts of water
• You have frequent infections
• You heal slowly from wounds
• Excessive urination
• You experience tingling or numbness in your hands or feet

Remember, you may have some, all or none of these diabetes symptoms. They can be combined in any order or combination.

Additionally, if you experience any symptoms in the list above, along with stomach pains, vomiting, or nausea, it is a extra cause for concern.

If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms call a doctor and schedule an appointment. Tell them you think you may be experiencing symptoms of diabetes and need to be seen soon.

Remember, the earlier diabetes symptoms are noticed and it is identified, the more likely you will be able to continue enjoying retirement and those grandchildren long into those Golden Years.