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Which pair are classic warning signs of diabetes?

Urinating often and feeling very thirsty.

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  1. Sneezing and a runny nose
  2. Sore knees and earaches
  3. Urinating often and feeling very thirsty ✔

Why: Classic signs include urinating often, being very thirsty, feeling very hungry, extreme tiredness, blurry vision and slow-healing cuts. Some people, especially with type 2, have mild symptoms or none.

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Answer: Urinating often and feeling very thirsty. Classic signs include urinating often, being very thirsty, feeling very hungry, extreme tiredness, blurry vision and slow-healing cuts. Some people, especially with type 2, have mild symptoms or none.

  1. NIDDK, Diabetes Tests and Diagnosis www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/tests-diagnosis
    diabetes symptoms, such as feeling thirsty and having to urinate more often
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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