Diabetes can be difficult to spot with many symptoms going unnoticed until the health conditions reaches serious levels. However, one warning sign of the condition may be regularly feeling itchy.
The symptom specifically impacts genitals, with diabetes patients more susceptible to yeast infections, according to Diabetes.co.uk.This is because high blood sugar levels can provide an ideal environment for yeast to grow, causing the infection.
The infection may then cause genitals to develop a burning sensation, often becoming itchy. Anyone experiencing these symptoms are advised to contact their GP if signs do not disappear after a few days, reports The Mirror.
The medical site explains that: "Genital itching in either sex is an irritating problem that can simply be caused by allergies and skin irritations, or by more serious disorders and diseases such as diabetes. "Genital itching and burning can indicate a female or male yeast infection.
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