Hair loss is the body's cry for help. This is a little-known symptom of a dangerous and common disease

Hair loss can be caused by various factors, including genetics, stress, poor diet or scalp diseases. It is natural that we lose a certain amount of hair every day, but excessive hair loss should be an alarm signal because it may indicate a serious disease, including diabetes. If you notice other disturbing symptoms, be sure to see a doctor and find out what is causing them.

Excessive hair loss as a symptom of diabetes

Diabetes can cause a range of symptoms and health problems, including hair loss. At first, we may not associate this symptom with this particular disease. Diabetes that is uncontrolled or untreated results in a person's blood sugar levels being too high. This condition can lead to damage to various tissues, organs and blood vessels in the body. Damage to blood vessels can restrict blood flow, resulting in a lack of oxygen and nutrients in certain cells, which in turn negatively affects the growth cycle of the hair follicle and leads to hair loss.

Excessive hair loss may be one of the many symptoms of diabetes, but it is not the typical first sign of the disease. Increased hair loss may appear many years before the disease is diagnosed. However, good blood sugar control can help stop hair loss due to this condition. Remember, hair loss does not always have to be a sign of diabetes, but in such a situation it is also worth getting checked for this disease. In case of continuous and excessive hair loss, you should consult a doctor to rule out more serious health problems or implement appropriate treatment.

What are other symptoms of diabetes?

More than 2.5 million Poles suffer from diabetes in our country and it belongs to the group of lifestyle diseases. It can develop for a long time without manifesting characteristic symptoms, so it is important to regularly check blood glucose levels as part of preventive tests. Symptoms that should draw our attention and prompt us to visit a specialist include:

• increased thirst (polydipsia),

• feeling of dry mouth,

• unpleasant smell of acetone from the mouth,

• increased urination,

• dry skin,

• weight loss,

• blurred vision,

• problems with concentration,

• constant fatigue and feeling of sleepiness,

• difficulty in wound healing,

• recurrent infections and fungal infections of the oral cavity.

Check out other subtle signs of diabetes that many people ignore. To properly treat diabetes, an earlier diagnosis is necessary. Remember that untreated diabetes destroys the body.