Many of these symptoms can also result from:
Sleep apnea
Prostate problems
Urinary conditions
Anxiety
Menopause
Medication side effects
Nerve problems
Kidney disease
Poor sleep habits
The only reliable way to know whether diabetes is present is through appropriate blood testing.
How Diabetes Is Usually Diagnosed
Common tests include:
Fasting blood glucose
HbA1c
Oral glucose tolerance testing
Random blood glucose in certain situations
A healthcare professional can determine which test is appropriate based on symptoms and risk factors.
Who Should Consider Getting Checked?
Testing may be especially important if nighttime symptoms occur along with risk factors such as:
Family history of diabetes
Overweight or obesity
High blood pressure
Previous gestational diabetes
Polycystic ovary syndrome
Physical inactivity
Older age
When to Seek Medical Advice
Consider getting checked if you repeatedly notice:
