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I am a teenager, 5’8″, and 130 pounds. Usually I am athletic, but starting yesterday I felt a little less energetic than I usually am. I was also extremely thirsty, and had to go to the bathroom a lot because I drank a lot of water. However, I managed to sleep for 9 hours yesterday without needing to urinate during the middle of the night. And even though I feel pretty tired right now, I can still probably run a mile without stopping. I have not lost or gained any weight either.
Do you think I have diabetes, or am I just being paranoid?
Oops…I made a typo on my weight. I am 120 pounds, not 130.
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You’re probably just being paranoid. Make sure you’re eating a balance diet and you’ll probably find you feel better soon. And you’re actually supposed to be drinking something like 64 oz of water a day so if you weren’t drinking like twice that you’re almost definitely ok.
GO and get it checked out! you are not being paranoid.
The one symptom you should never ignore is feeling tired or sluggish for no reason.
At the doctor’s you will likely have a fasting blood glucose test done, where you don’t eat for 10 hours and then get your blood tested. They will also test for ketones, which is basically if your body is using your fat for energy instead of the food you are eating.
If it is diabetes, it is best to get it looked at right away. If not, then at least you know!
good luck!!