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How can we detect diabetes type 1 by its signs?

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Dr. Cayce Jehaimi answered

Specializes in Pediatric Endocrinology

Increased urination: Increased urination and thirst with weight loss despite increased appetite the classic features.

Answered 4/24/2019

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3 P's: Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia urinate a lot, thirst, hunger, fatigue but diabetes usually starts months/years before with no symptoms; that's why routine screening needs to be preformed , especially in folks with family history of type 1 diabetes.

Answered 11/24/2014

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