ABC of Diabetes
What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Most of the food you eat is broken down into sugar (also called glucose) and released into your bloodstream. When your blood sugar goes up, it signals your pancreas to release insulin.
Symptoms Of Diabetes
Common symptoms
1) Increased thirst
2) Increased appetite
3) Frequent urination
4) Weight loss despite good appetite
5) Lethargy, irritability
Severe Symptoms
1) Increased thirst and increased urination
2) Repeated infections
3) Cuts, blisters, ulcers that heal slowly
4) Dimness of vision
5) Numbness or tingling of hands or feet
