Type 2 diabetes symptom that happens 'at night' indicates high blood sugar levels
Share this @internewscast.com

One of the most alarming aspects of type 2 diabetes is that many symptoms are subtle and can easily be dismissed as part of daily life or ageing. However, people should remain alert; recognising these signs early could make a crucial difference in managing blood sugar levels and preventing long-term complications.

A symptom that could indicate type 2 diabetes is needing to urinate more often than usual, particularly at night, the NHS confirms. An increase in nighttime trips to the loo may be easy to overlook, or the inconvenience could even be blamed on other health conditions, such as an enlarged prostate. However, it can be a key indicator that the body is struggling to regulate glucose levels because of type 2 diabetes. 

This constant disruption to sleep can also cause fatigue during the day, but feeling very tired is also an indication of type 2 diabetes.

Other warning signs of high blood sugar (i.e. high glucose levels) include increased thirst, blurred vision, and unexplained weight loss.

These signs, particularly when occurring together, should not be ignored and warrant a prompt doctor’s appointment.

Why go to the GP?

Left untreated, type 2 diabetes can cause serious health problems including nerve damage and kidney issues.

Early diagnosis not only helps prevent complications but also offers the opportunity to control the condition through lifestyle changes and medication.

Metformin is a common medication given to those battling type 2 diabetes. However, lifestyle changes, including increased physical activity and a balanced diet, are equally crucial.

What triggers type 2 diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes develops when the pancreas fails to produce sufficient insulin to regulate blood glucose levels, or the body cannot utilise the insulin produced effectively.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Doctors Dismissed My Heart Flutter as Anxiety, Until I Coughed Up Blood

Lindsay Herriott, 40, had an easy pregnancy, giving birth in September 2022…

Renowned Psychologist Highlights Unexpected Mounjaro Side Effect Impacting Relationships

Experts have sounded the alarm over a bizarre side effect that may…

Widely Used Supplement Causes Liver Damage, Leaving One Woman Hospitalized

A New Jersey woman has vowed never to take a supplement again…

Unexpected Questions That Arise When Facing Incurable Cancer

Lying peacefully on the bed the man smiled and quietly exclaimed he…

Distinguishing Between Heat Exhaustion and Sunstroke: A Doctor Explains

Dr Angela Rai, GP at The London General Practice, spoke exclusively to…

Groundbreaking Discovery in Alzheimer’s Treatment Could Revolutionize Disease Cure

Scientists have uncovered a new group of rogue proteins in the brain…

Starmer’s NHS Strategy Overlooks Key Issue: My Daughter Passed Away After 6-Hour Ambulance Delay

A dad who lost his daughter after a six-hour ambulance wait has…

Eliminating Guilt and Finding Hope: An NHS Change That Makes a Difference

Sometimes I feel guilty that I haven’t died yet. This isn’t the…

Artificial Sweetener Potentially Connected to Highly Aggressive Brain Cancer

A recent Chinese study has uncovered a concerning relationship between aspartame, a…

US State Faces Outbreak of Rare Medieval Disease, Officials Caution on Potential Future Cases

An Arizona resident had succumbed to the Black Death, marking the county’s…

Faulty Tests Drive Silent Epidemic Across the US, Putting Thousands at Risk for Chronic Diseases

Thousands could be at risk of suffering from a chronic disease this…