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Symptoms

Some people have many symptoms of diabetes. Some have none at all. People without symptoms may find it hard to believe the diagnosis.

Most symptoms clear up with treatment. In fact, it is only after symptoms are gone that many people recognize they had symptoms in the first place. For example, almost everyone feels less tired after beginning treatment.

Certain symptoms are more common with type 2 diabetes. Others are more common with type 1. However, any symptom shown in the table below might happen with either type of diabetes.

Common symptoms of type 1 diabetes	Common symptoms of type 2 diabetes
Frequent urination Increased thirst Increased hunger Unexplained weight loss	Fatigue Blurred vision Frequent infections Poor wound healing Dry, itchy skin Numbness and tingling in hands, legs and feet

In gestational diabetes, usually no symptoms appear. International Diabetes Center recommends all pregnant women be tested for diabetes during the second trimester — especially important for women who are already at risk for diabetes.

Acanthosis nigricans, a dark patch of skin usually found at the back of the neck and under arms, also is a symptom of type 2 diabetes, particularly in children.

Symptoms may or may not be present with diabetes. They may clear up with treatment, but return when diabetes is not properly treated. People who experience any symptoms should visit their health care providers right away.

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