{"id":8510,"date":"2023-03-21T13:07:44","date_gmt":"2023-03-21T07:37:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/?p=8510"},"modified":"2024-02-05T16:15:41","modified_gmt":"2024-02-05T10:45:41","slug":"symptoms-of-diabetes-in-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/symptoms-of-diabetes-in-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Recognising the Unique Symptoms Of Diabetes in Women"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes is a prevalent, chronic metabolic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While men and women can both develop diabetes, it is crucial to recognise that women may experience unique symptoms that often go unnoticed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While some of these symptoms can be subtle, others are often mistaken for other health conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are a woman concerned about your risk for diabetes or looking for information for a loved one, this article will tell you about the unique symptoms of diabetes in women and how to spot them!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"tel: 08068507599\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14832 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1.gif\" alt=\"Diabetes CTA\" width=\"1700\" height=\"400\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1700px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1700\/400;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14832\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1.gif\" alt=\"Diabetes CTA\" width=\"1700\" height=\"400\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Common Diabetes Symptoms<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/basics\/symptoms.html\" rel=\"nofollow \"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">classic <\/span><b>symptoms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of diabetes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are seen in both genders include<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased frequency of urination, especially at night<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased thirst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight without trying<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurry vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Numbness or tingling in the arms and feet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased frequency of infections<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wound or sores that heal slowly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The symptoms of type 2 diabetes take several years to develop. Infact, in the early stages, there may be no signs or symptoms, making it hard to diagnose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Unique Diabetes Symptoms in Women<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes affects women differently than men. A few symptoms of diabetes unique to women are<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1) Vaginal fungal infections<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fungal infections are prevalent in moist areas of the body, including the vagina. Also called thrush, these infections tend to occur more commonly when the blood sugar levels are high and the immunity is lowered; <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both of these are seen to occur in women with diabetes. Women with diabetes have an increased risk of developing Candida infections (a type of fungal infection).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2) Frequent urinary tract infections<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in individuals with diabetes. Due to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shorter urethras and their proximity to moist and warm areas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the vulva and perianal areas, women tend to develop UTIs more often than men. These factors put women with diabetes at high risk of developing UTIs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3) Menstrual irregularities<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menstrual irregularities are an indicator of women\u2019s health. It is closely related to conditions like obesity and PCOS. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disrupted hormonal levels<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the body are said to be the link between menstrual cycle irregularities and type 2 diabetes in women.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4) Sexual dysfunction<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sexual dysfunction may be seen in women with diabetes, and these include <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">symptoms like vaginal dryness, lack of libido<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, discomfort or pain during sexual activity and lack of orgasm.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5) Fertility issues<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes has been associated with premature menopause in women. Lack of menstrual periods (amenorrhoea) may occur in women with diabetes in their reproductive years. Women with diabetes often struggle with irregular cycles and ovulation, which can g<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ive rise to fertility issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Risks from untreated diabetes?<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foot Problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kidney Problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision Loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart Diseases\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nerve damage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other brain and heart conditions such as hypertension etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Diabetes Prevention steps\/tips\/methods<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/how-to-control-diabetes-lifestyle-modification-and-diet-tips-to-keep-your-blood-sugars-in-control\/\">Lifestyle Modifications: <\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat and sleep on time, take your medications on time, and try not to be stressed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Lose Extra Weight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shedding excess weight reduces the risk of diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Be Physically Active: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity helps prevent diabetes; aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Eat Healthy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Include more plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Healthy Fats Consumption: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opt for sources of healthy fats, such as avocados and nuts, to lower diabetes risk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>6. Avoid Fad Diets: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid fad diets and adopt sustainable, balanced eating habits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>7. Blood Check-Ups:<\/strong> Regular Blood Check-Ups and monitoring <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FitterTake<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes affects women differently than men and recognising the unique symptoms is critical for early detection and successful management of the condition.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women with diabetes are at a higher risk for certain complications, infections, and skin problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women must be aware of their risk factors, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and undergo regular screenings to detect any potential signs of diabetes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is never too late to make positive changes and take control of your health. If you have diabetes or have been diagnosed with prediabetes, speak to our experts at<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fitterfly<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to lower your risk and manage your blood sugar levels better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/fitterfly-diabetes-care-plan?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=diabetes\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes Care Program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> here to learn about your chances for diabetes reversal!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/diabetes\/content-portal?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Sign-up&amp;utm_campaign=Content_Portal_sign_up_July_2023&amp;utm_content=Sign_up\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">speak to one of our counselors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by just giving us a missed call at <\/span><a href=\"tel: 08068507599\"><b>08068507599<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and we will get back to you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, let&#8217;s understand how to recognize the unique diabetes symptoms women. Stay informed professionally about common symptons, risk factors and steps to prevent rise in normal blood sugar in women.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":15294,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"wds_primary_category":1,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,18,400,403],"tags":[435],"acf":{"reviewed_by":false,"references":[{"title":"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4346284\/","url":"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4346284\/"},{"title":"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jamanetworkopen\/article-abstract\/2774351","url":"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jamanetworkopen\/article-abstract\/2774351"},{"title":"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3783773\/","url":"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3783773\/"}],"author":"","table_content":null,"medically_reviewed":5784,"show_updated_date_in_post":"Yes","faq_list":[{"faq_question":"What are the first signs of symptoms of diabetes in women?","faq_answer":"Some of the first signs and symptoms of diabetes in women can be delayed periods, weight gain, and urogenital infections besides some of the commonest symptoms as discussed above."},{"faq_question":"What are few signs your blood sugar is too high?","faq_answer":"Skin pigmentation (acanthosis), skin tags, slow wound healing, itchy skin, tingling and numbness in hands & feet."}],"custom_schema":"","media_url":"","reviewer":null},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8510"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8510"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8510\/revisions"}],"acf:post":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/reviewers\/5784"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15294"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8510"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8510"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8510"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}