Diabetes symptom in the neck

Type 2 diabetes is a common disease. According to a 2017 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report, 30.3 million US adults have diabetes, and another 84.1 million have prediabetes.

According to doctors, people with prediabetes have higher than normal blood sugar levels, but they are not yet considered diabetics. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people with prediabetes, if left untreated, usually develop type 2 diabetes within 5 years.

Type 2 diabetes can develop gradually, and symptoms may be mild in the early stages. Because of this, many people are unaware of their condition.

According to the portal www.medicalnewstoday.com, “The presence of dark spots on the skin that form in the folds of the neck, armpits, or groin may also indicate an increased risk of developing diabetes.” These patches often have a very smooth, velvety texture. This skin condition is known as acanthosis nigricans.

Excess glucose in the blood and urine creates a favorable environment for the growth of yeast, which can lead to a fungal infection. These fungal infections tend to develop in warm, moist areas of the skin such as the mouth, genitals, and armpits.

healthline.com emphasized that “elevated blood glucose levels can cause damage to the body’s nerves and blood vessels, which can affect proper blood circulation.” As a result, even minor injuries such as cuts and wounds can take weeks or even months to heal. This slower healing process also increases the chance of infection.

Anyone can develop type 2 diabetes, but certain factors can increase the risk. These risk factors include:

• be aged 45 or older
• lead a sedentary lifestyle
• being overweight or obese

• follow an unhealthy diet
• Do you have diabetes in your family?
• polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• history of gestational diabetes, heart disease, or stroke
• prediabetes
• African American, Alaska Native, Hispanic or Latino, Native American, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, or Pacific Islander

It is important to note that type 2 diabetes is a common condition that results in elevated blood glucose levels. Early signs and symptoms may include frequent urination, increased thirst, fatigue, hunger, vision problems, slow wound healing, and fungal infections.

Finally, the web portal mayoclinic.org stressed that “Type 2 diabetes affects some of the body’s vital organs such as the heart, blood vessels, nerves, eyes and kidneys. In addition, the same factors that increase the risk of developing diabetes are also risk factors for other serious diseases. Proper management of diabetes and blood sugar can reduce the chance of these complications and other conditions.”