The warning signs for type 2 diabetes usually develop less suddenly. They are often the same as the type 1 symptoms and also include recurring wounds that do not heal, drowsiness, blurred vision, tingling or numbness in the hands or feet, and itching. Diabetes can be associated with serious health complications or life threatening illnesses. People with diabetes are twice as likely to develop high blood pressure. If untreated, high blood pressure can lead to heart disease and stroke.
Diabetes can cause vision loss or blindness.
People who see spots, floaters, or see double, with blurry vision, lose their ability to see things to their side, have trouble reading or pain in one or both eyes should see their doctor. An annual dilated eye exam by an eye doctor is a good idea. Nerve and blood vessel damage caused by diabetes may take a toll on feet. The damage prevents people from feeling injuries, and poor blood flow can keep an injury from healing. They should not walk barefoot, and should wear shoes that fit well and socks without seams or mended areas.