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Signs & Symptoms of Diabetes in Middle-Aged Women

Diabetes is a serious condition that affects blood sugar levels in the body. When middle-aged women develop diabetes, it is type 2 diabetes, the most common form of the disease, according to the American Diabetes Association. Type 2 diabetes develops when the pancreas does not make enough insulin or the body's cells do not recognize the insulin. Women diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are often overweight or obese, and having an unhealthy lifestyle puts you at increased risk for this type of diabetes. The condition develops slowly, and women may not have any symptoms at first. However, there are several common signs and symptoms associated with type 2 diabetes.

  1. Increased Hunger and Thirst

    • Women who develop type 2 diabetes may suddenly notice that they are much more hungry and thirsty than usual. The hunger and thirst can also be constant. In conjunction, increased urination, especially at night, is a common sign of type 2 diabetes.

    Frequent Infections

    • More frequent and recurrent infections can also be a sign of type 2 diabetes. In middle-aged women, this can include frequent or chronic vaginal or yeast infections. In addition, women may notice that it takes longer to recover from an infection. Cuts, scrapes and other wounds can also take longer to heal when you have type 2 diabetes.

    Vision Changes

    • People with type 2 diabetes can also experience changes to their vision. The most commonly reported vision changes associated with the condition are blurred vision or double vision.

    Fatigue

    • Women with type 2 diabetes may notice that they are much more tired than usual or than they should be. This fatigue can develop over time and cannot be attributed to other factors. It can make it difficult to get out of bed in the morning, or you may notice that you tire out much more easily than usual.

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