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Symptoms Of Diabetes Type 2

Health Encyclopedia: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Symptoms

Symptoms

Type 2 diabetes usually begins gradually and progresses slowly. Symptoms in adults include:

Excessive thirst
Increased urination
Fatigue
Blurred vision
Weight loss
In women, vaginal yeast infections or fungal infections under the breasts or in the groin
Severe gum problems
Itching
Erectile dysfunction in men
Unusual sensations, such as tingling or burning, in the extremities

Symptoms in children are often different:

Most children are obese or overweight
Increased urination is mild or even absent
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