Do I have diabetes?

When do I need to check if I have diabetes?

If you are:

  • 40 years old
  • Overweight or obese (BMI>23)
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Heart disease
  • Ovary disease called polycystic ovary disease
  • Family history of diabetes
  • History of diabetes druing pregnancy
  • History of high sugar level

 

What are some symptoms of diabetes?

Sometimes, if your sugar levels are too high, you may have symptoms like:

  • Being thirsty all the time
  • Drinking a lot of water
  • Increased appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Tiredness
  • Frequent infections
  • Numbness
  • Blurring of vision

 
These symptoms and signs can be due to other medical conditions too.

Please consult your doctor for further advice.

 
How to test for diabetes?

We need to perform a blood test after you have fasted for 8-10 hours.

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Should you require appointments or provide feedback, please email us at keathongfmc@gmail.com or drop us a call at 67690750.  Due to the high volume of in-clinic patients and online enquiries, we will get back to you within 3 to 5 working days or the soonest possible timeline if allowed.