High blood sugar can slow circulation, so the skin needs more time to repair itself. Gupta says that as a result, small bruises and cuts may take longer than usual to heal.
Prediabetes can also promote the growth of bacteria and fungi, which can lead to recurring infections, including of the skin, vagina and urinary tract, Gupta says.
4. Extreme Fatigue
Your body uses blood sugar for fuel, but prediabetes causes insulin resistance, meaning your body is not able to convert glucose into energy efficiently. This causes fatigue and excessive fatigue, explains the specialist.
5. Sudden and unexplained weight gain or loss
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