Are you at risk for Diabetes?

More than 5 million people in the United States are unaware that they have diabetes. Are you at risk? Diabetes often develops for years without any symptoms. It is important for people at risk to be screened regularly for the disease.

 

 

Use our risk assessment tool (see Health Tools - Risk Assessments) to see if you may be at risk for developing diabetes.

 

 

Major risk factors for developing diabetes include:

• Overweight
• Family history
• Advanced age
• History of gestational diabetes or baby birth weight over 9 pounds
• Race or ethnicity

 

 

Warning signs of diabetes may include:

• Increased urination
• Unusual fatigue
• Increased thirst
• Dry and itchy skin
• Dry mouth
• Frequent infections
• Change in vision
• Slow healing wounds
• Increased hunger

 

 

Different people have different symptoms; some people have no symptoms at all. If you have diabetes, your physician will refer you to a certified diabetes education team who will assist you in making your own treatment plan.

 

For information about the Lennon Diabetes Center at Huron Hospital, call (216) 761-4286.