I wanted to share something personal — something I hope helps someone else recognise the signs before things become too difficult. When I was first being tested, my results showed crystals in my urine , which turned out to be a sign that my body wasn’t processing sugar properly. That discovery led to my diabetes diagnosis . At first, it was overwhelming. I didn’t fully understand what it meant or how much it would change my life. But over time, I realised that diabetes doesn’t just affect your body — it affects your mind, your emotions, and the way you see yourself. Recognising the Symptoms Diabetes can develop gradually, and it often goes unnoticed in the early stages. Some of the symptoms I experienced — and others that are common — include: Feeling tired or drained all the time Extreme thirst and needing to urinate more often than usual, especially at night Dry mouth and dehydration even after drinking fluids Blurred or changing vision Pain, tingling, or numbness in ...