Type 2 Diabetes Often Starts Quietly — These Are the First Signs

Type 2 diabetes symptoms

2) Excessive Thirst


Body tissues get dehydrated after the unnecessary loss of body fluids and electrolytes. This will make a person feel thirsty. This condition is called polydipsia. It is one of the earliest and most common symptoms of diabetes that you can not afford to ignore.

The person feel that his mouth is dry for the most part of the day which is commonly known as “cotton mouth”. The worst part of the problem is that the thirst may not go away even after drinking water.

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Martin Davis

Martin is a seasoned Health and Nutrition Editor with a passion for promoting wellness through science-backed content. With 11 years of experience, Martin specializes in translating complex nutritional information into practical advice for readers.

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