what are prediabetes symptoms
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Answered by Dr. Emily Carter, MD
Prediabetes often has no clear symptoms, but some signs may indicate you are at risk. Here are some potential symptoms and risk factors:
- Increased Thirst and Urination: High blood sugar levels can cause frequent urination and increased thirst.
- Fatigue: Feeling unusually tired or sluggish.
- Blurred Vision: High blood sugar can affect your eyesight.
- Darkened Skin Patches: Areas like the neck, armpits, or groin may darken (a condition called acanthosis nigricans).
Risk Factors:
- Weight: Being overweight or obese.
- Age: Risk increases after age 45.
- Family History: Having a parent or sibling with type 2 diabetes.
- Physical Inactivity: Lack of regular exercise.
- Gestational Diabetes: A history of diabetes during pregnancy.
If you suspect you have prediabetes, consult a healthcare provider for testing, such as the A1C test, fasting blood sugar test, or oral glucose tolerance test.