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Type 2 diabetes: early signs, who should get tested and when to see a doctor

Increased thirst, tiredness and slow-healing cuts are common signs. A simple blood test confirms it.

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Type 2 diabetes: early signs, who should get tested and when to see a doctor
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  • What happened and why it matters.
  • Who is affected first.
  • What to watch for next.

Common early signs of type 2 diabetes are increased thirst, frequent urination, tiredness and cuts that heal slowly. Some people have no signs at all.

Adults over 35 and people with a family history are usually advised to get a blood sugar test. A doctor confirms the result.

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