7. Numbness and tingling in the feet and hands
People with prediabetes may experience numbness and tingling in their feet and hands, symptoms of peripheral neuropathy caused by damage to nerve fibers. This condition is often linked to impaired glucose tolerance.
8. Digestive problems
People with prediabetes may experience an increased frequency of gas, bloating, early satiety, nausea, heartburn, and constipation. This can be due to damage to the vagus nerve, resulting from chemical changes in the nerves caused by high blood sugar.
9. Joint pain
People with prediabetes often have excess body weight, which puts extra pressure on the joints, especially in the lower body, increasing the risk of osteoarthritis. Approximately 32% of adults with prediabetes also suffer from arthritis.
10. Skin problems
