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A 16-year-old female asked:

I have a strong family history of type 2 diabetes. lately i've been feeling tired, nauseous, breathless, thirsty, & have to pee a lot. is it diabetes?

2 doctor answers2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Nayla Mumneh
Allergy and Immunology 31 years experience
Diabetes: If your symptoms persist, you need to have them checked. Talk to your doctor about them.
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Dr. Lane Childs
Urology 36 years experience
Possible: It is possible. You certainly have the risk factors and symptoms that are consistent with this diagnosis. Be sure to check with your doctor soon and have your glucose level checked under proper circumstances. Good luck.
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Last updated Sep 29, 2016

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