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What is Diabetes?
Of the 34 million adults living with diabetes, 1 in 5 do not know they have it. If you experience the following symptoms, you should consult your health care provider to get your blood sugar tested:
Extreme thirst or hunger
Unintentional weight loss
Frequent urination (especially at night)
Blurred vision
Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet
Increased infections
Delayed wound-healing
Dry skin
There are 3 main Types of Diabetes: Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational (during pregnancy).