it can be hard to tell the difference between overactive bladder and early diabetes because some of the symptoms are similar. what symptoms do you have? take a look at these lists of symptoms. the symptoms of an overactive bladder: * frequent urination. * urgency of urination. * nocturia (going to the bathroom during the night). * urge incontinence (losing urine suddenly after feeling the urge). the classic symptoms of diabetes: * frequent urination with large volumes of urine (polyuria). * excessive thirst (polydipsia). * hunger (polyphagia). * weight loss. other diabetes symptoms might include: * fatigue. * blurry vision. * odd aches and pains. * dry mouth. * dry or itchy skin. * impotence (in a male). * vaginal yeast infections (in a female). * poor healing of cuts and scrapes. * excessive or unusual infections. if you experience overactive bladder symptoms but you have none of the other classic symptoms of diabetes like excessive thirst hunger or unexplained weight loss you may have overactive bladder. in either case it's important to share your symptoms with your health care professional so you can be sure you know what's going on and the best way to get rid of your symptoms.
how can i tell the difference between overactive bladder and diabetes?