Feeling Unusually Drained
It’s perfectly normal to feel tired every now and then, especially after busy periods with little rest. However, the feeling of being tired usually goes away after a bit of rest. is something else completely and you feel drained the whole time, even if you have rested. Experiencing fatigue is a common sign of both type 1 and 2 diabetes. There are several reasons that diabetes causes fatigue, such as being overweight, side effects of diabetes medication, and changes in blood sugar levels.
Dark Patches of Skin
One of the early signs of prediabetes and diabetes is dark patches of skin on the armpits, groin, and neck that feel velvety to the touch. While it may at first appear as if something external may have discolored your skin, you will notice that no amount of scrubbing will get rid of the patches. This condition is called , and it is not contagious. While many individuals without any underlying health issues get this condition too, it is often a sign of an undiagnosed medical condition, such as prediabetes or diabetes. Since it is often linked to insulin resistance, it’s best to have it checked out by a doctor.
