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Tingling
Have you ever experienced a strange tingling sensation in your hands and feet? There may be nothing, or your body tells you that you have diabetes. High blood sugar levels are indeed a drag, mainly because they can cause diabetic neuropathy and damage the nerves that send signals to your hands and feet.
Inflamed gums
This is usually an early warning sign of diabetes, but it is ignored. Periodontitis, also known as gum disease, is common in diabetic patients. In fact, those with diabetes or gum disease are at risk of developing another disease. Yes, we all know that taking care of our gums is crucial.
Urinary tract infection
Although frequent urination is one of the main warning signs of diabetes, did you know that women are particularly prone to urinary system infections? In fact, women who already have diabetes have a significantly increased risk of urinary tract infection (UTI).