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Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus - Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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Symptoms & Signs
What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?
Symptoms of type 2 diabetes usually develop slowly over time. They are not as noticeable as in type 1 diabetes. Many people who have type 2 diabetes never have any symptoms at all. If they do develop symptoms, they are usually linked to high levels of glucose in the blood and can include:
Diabetic ketoacidosis sometimes occurs in people with type 2 diabetes. When the cells in the body don't get enough glucose, the body starts to burn fat for energy. This produces waste products known as ketones. High levels of ketones can result in too much acid in the body, called ketoacidosis. This condition requires medical attention right away to prevent coma and death. Symptoms it can cause include: