The signs

• Fatigue or listlessness
• Irritability
• Having to pee a lot
• Being very thirsty
• Double or blurred vision
• Losing weight even though your eating pattern hasn’t changed
• Itching (especially around the genital area)
• Vomiting
• Having difficulty breathing
• Having infections often or having quickly recurring infections such as a urinary infection

Paying extra attention

When you experience the symptoms mentioned above, it is likely that you have a high blood sugar level. This high blood sugar level is also called type 2 diabetes. Do you want to spot it even earlier? Look for other signs, such as a belly that is too big or whether type 2 diabetes runs in the family. Are you in doubt? Consult your GP. Make sure to spot it in time so you can quickly take action.

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