An unexpected sign of type 2 diabetes associated with weight loss has been named

If you start to lose weight unexpectedly, this may be a warning sign of type 2 diabetes, say experts from Diabetes UK ). They told in which case weight loss can be related to this particular disease.

Type 2 diabetes can be caused by a violation of the production of insulin, which controls the release of glucose into the blood, or by a loss of sensitivity of the body to this hormone. Experts warn: if you suspect diabetes, it is extremely important to talk to a doctor as soon as possible and, if necessary, take therapeutic measures. Diabetes can develop in the body unnoticed for a long time, and the consequences of this can be very dangerous, life-threatening.

The classic signs of type 2 are fatigue, feeling very thirsty, and urinating more than usual. But British doctors have called an unexpected sign of type 2 diabetes associated with weight loss.

“People with the disease can eventually lose weight, even though they usually feel hungry and start eating more often.” – warns Diabetes UK.

Doctors explain that the body of diabetics, not having access to a sufficient amount of sugar due to impaired insulin production, has to look for energy in other sources. It begins to burn fat and muscle, which promotes weight loss.

“You should discuss with your doctor your weight loss in relation to possible diabetes after losing more than 5 percent of your total body weight in less than 12 months “, experts advise.

They notice that it is normal to lose weight in some life situations: this can happen due to severe stress, which is associated with serious changes in the usual life. However, weight usually normalizes when life circumstances stabilize.

“If you start losing weight without any obvious reason, it may be due to pathology. In addition to diabetes, weight loss is caused by some types of cancer, an overactive thyroid gland, and mental disorders. In rare cases, it is provoked by heart or kidney diseases, inflammatory conditions, including arthritis,” the doctors warned.