Diabetes occurs when your blood sugar (blood glucose) is too high. There are two main types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Here are some common early signs and symptoms of both types: **Increased Thirst**: One of the most common early symptoms. **Increased Hunger**: Your body converts food into glucose, but without enough insulin, glucose can't enter your cells, making you feel hungrier. **Fatigue**: Lack of insulin and glucose can make you feel more tired than usual. **Frequent Urination**: High blood sugar causes your kidneys to produce more urine, making you pee more often. **Dry Mouth and Itchy Skin**: Dehydration from frequent urination can cause dry mouth and itchy skin. **Blurred Vision**: Changing fluid levels can cause the lenses in your eyes to swell, affecting your vision. **Unintentional Weight Loss**: If your body can't get energy from food, it will start burning muscle and fat for energy, causing weight loss. **Headaches**: Low blood sugar can cause headaches. **Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms**: These appear quickly, especially in children, and include extreme thirst, frequent urination, and weight loss. **Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms**: These develop more slowly and can be mild, often going unnoticed for years. **Gestational Diabetes**: High blood sugar during pregnancy usually has no symptoms but can cause increased thirst and urination. If you notice any of these symptoms, it's important to see a doctor for early diagnosis and treatment to avoid complications.