without trying, increased hunger, frequent yeast infections, UTIs, slow-healing sores, or tingling in the feet or hands, arrange a medical check. The CDC lists these as diabetes symptoms that can be easy to miss, especially when they develop gradually. These signs do not prove diabetes by themselves, but they are worth discussing with a clinician.
Person waking with shakiness and sweating that may signal low blood sugar.
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Act quickly on shakiness, sweating, hunger, or a racing heartbeat
Waking up pale, shaky, sweaty, suddenly hungry, nauseated, anxious, dizzy, or with a fast heartbeat can suggest low blood sugar. Mayo Clinic
describes these as possible hypoglycemia symptoms, and hypoglycemia needs prompt treatment. If your glucose is low, follow your care plan; the CDC explains the 15-15 rule for many people with blood sugar below 70 mg/dL.
Warning:
If you are confused, very drowsy, unable to swallow safely, having a seizure, or you pass out, this is an emergency. Another person should call emergency services rather than trying to give food or drink by mouth.
Person with vomiting or stomach pain while someone seeks urgent help.
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Get urgent help for vomiting, stomach pain, fruity breath, or rapid breathing
Nausea, vomiting,
stomach pain, rapid breathing, fast heartbeat, confusion, severe drowsiness, or fruity-smelling breath can be signs of a dangerous high blood sugar complication. The NHS advises urgent care when high blood sugar symptoms appear with these warning signs or high ketones. If your diabetes plan includes ketone testing, follow it and seek help promptly.
Person calling a doctor about repeated unexplained morning blood sugar readings.
