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is our free, informative monthly
newsletter dedicated to information
the diabetic and the families of
diabetics can use right now. It
is a "Must Read" E-zine.
Diabetes has no friends...
anyone can contract the disease.
We hope you will familiarize yourself with the warning signs / symptoms
of diabetes. Sometimes the symptoms are very obvious, and sometimes
they are not. Diabetes' largest enemy is Early Detection, and knowledge
of the warning signs is your greatest weapon against the disease!
TYPE I DIABETES MELLITUS:
These symptoms occur suddenly and must receive immediate medical attention.
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Frequent urination (in large quantities)
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Excessive thirst
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Extreme hunger
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Rapid weight loss
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Fatigue (weak and tired)
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Irritability and mood changes
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Nausea and vomiting
TYPE II DIABETES MELLITUS:
These symptoms occur gradually. However, they are no less important
than those associated with TYPE I and must receive immediate medical
attention.
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Blurred vision
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Tingling or numbness in the legs, feet or fingers
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Frequent infections of the skin
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Recurring skin, gum or urinary tract infections
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Itching of skin and/or genitals
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Drowsiness
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Slow healing of cuts and bruises
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Any of the symptoms listed under TYPE I Diabetes
Now that you are familiar with the warning signs of
diabetes, wouldn't this be a good time for you to take our Defeat
Diabetes® Screening Test? It's very easy to do, will only take
a couple of minutes, and may save you (or a family member) a lifetime
of unnecessary complications. Just click on the link above.
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