Blood sugar spikes usually happen after you eat. Anyone can have a blood sugar spike, not just those with diabetes. A blood glucose meter lets you measure the amount of sugar in your blood.

Early symptoms of diabetes include extreme thirst, a frequent need to pee, and unintentional weight loss. Visit a doctor for a diagnosis if you are experiencing any of these symptoms. Diabetes is ...

Doctors don’t know the exact cause of type 1 diabetes. Family history of type 1 diabetes is considered a risk factor. According to the American Diabetes Association: If a man has type 1 diabetes ...

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Dizziness can occur in relation to type 2 diabetes due to low or high blood sugar, diabetes medications, or dehydration. A doctor can help determine the cause and how to manage or treat it.