What are the symptoms of diabetes?

With my PCOS, insulin resistance is always a struggle, so I had to learn about these signs early on. Usually, things like feeling thirsty all the time, frequent urination, and constant fatigue are very common indicators. But everyone's body is different, so it's always best to get a fasting blood sugar and HbA1c test done rather than trying to guess based on symptoms alone.

I started tracking my health metrics on my smartwatch and app because I was constantly feeling tired and thirsty. Common symptoms like frequent urination, blurry vision, and slow-healing cuts are major red flags. If you have a continuous glucose monitor or even a basic glucometer, track your levels post-meals to see if there are any unusual spikes.

I agree with everyone here. Constant, unexplained hunger and feeling very tired even after sleeping well are very common early signs that you should get checked.

At my age, I thought waking up three times a night to pee was just my body complaining about getting older! But turns out, that constant thirst and feeling exhausted after doing absolutely nothing were classic diabetes signs. Get your blood sugar checked before your body starts giving you even louder alarms.