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9 Possible Signs of Diabetes at Night
- Frequent urination — waking up repeatedly to urinate can occur when blood sugar is high.
- Excessive thirst — increased urination can leave you unusually thirsty.
- Night sweats — particularly in people taking insulin or certain diabetes medications, low blood sugar can cause sweating.
- Restless or poor sleep — blood-sugar fluctuations may interfere with sleep.
- Tingling or burning feet — nerve damage associated with diabetes can cause symptoms that are more noticeable at night.
- Leg cramps or discomfort — these can have many causes, but persistent symptoms should be evaluated.
- Dry, itchy skin — high blood sugar and dehydration can contribute to dry skin.
- Blurred vision — changes in blood sugar can temporarily affect vision.
- Extreme fatigue — ongoing high or low blood sugar can leave you feeling unusually tired.
Important: These symptoms aren’t specific to diabetes. If you’re experiencing several of them repeatedly, especially increased thirst and urination, a blood-glucose test or HbA1c test can help determine whether diabetes is present.
