Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

Should I visit the doctor? (diabetes)

I think I might have diabetes... Here's a little background knowledge about me: I am a 16 year old male who goes to high school and doesnt have the greatest diet, I often eat out and dont think about the consequences, I am not overweight at all, rather in an athletic form due the sports i used to play (i quit to focus on school). Anyways, I seem to have a lot of the symptoms of type 2 diabetes :( I always hungry/thirsty, I always have to pee, I am always tired so I sleep a lot, my injuries take long to heal/wont (ex. i have plantar fasciitis from playing sports) and more recently i have got subconjunctival hemorrhage, 2 times in one week and my eyes weren't physically harmed to cause it. My grandpa has type 2 as well. I tell my friends about this and they just call me a hypochondriac. Am I? What should I do?
2 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
Definitely go see a doctor! You should get yearly check ups and get fasting blood work. Diabetes is nothing to ignore. You could end up damaging your organs. If it is not diabetes, blood work can show other medical problems.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
It is best to see an MD.
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the Diabetes - Type 2 Community

Top Diabetes Answerers
231441 tn?1333892766
Manila, Philippines
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Here are three summertime recipes that will satisfy your hunger without wreaking havoc on your blood sugar.
If you have prediabetes, type 2 diabetes isn’t inevitable. Find out how you can stop diabetes before it starts.
Diabetes-friendly recipes and tips for your game day party.
Are there grounds to recommend coffee consumption? Recent studies perk interest.
Simple ways to keep your blood sugar in check.
8 blood sugar-safe eats.