NewsHealthDiabetesThe NHS urged anyone who thinks they have this condition to get an ‘urgent GP appointment’13:24, 08 Jun 2026Nearly 6 million people in the UK are living with diabetes, an all-time high according to Diabetes UK including all types of the condition as well as an estimated 1.3 million people who are living with type 2 diabetes but have not been diagnosed.‌The NHS raised the alarm on four specific symptoms that can be clear indicators that something is wrong. Taking to X with the warning, it noted: “Do you know the signs of type 1 diabetes? Learning them could save a life.”‌Commonly known as the ‘4 Ts’, the main signs are:‌Toilet - Needing to wee more often, especially at nightThirst - Being constantly thirsty and drinking more than usualTired - Being very tired and having less energyThinness - Losing weight without trying toThe NHS urged: “Ask for an urgent GP appointment or call NHS 111 if you think you or your child has type 1 diabetes.”Content cannot be displayed without consent‌Some other signs that might differ from person to person:Blurred visionCuts and wounds taking longer to healGetting frequent infections or not getting betterSweet or fruity smelling breath‌Type 1 diabetes symptoms may appear suddenly and if the condition is left untreated it can lead to a potentially deadly condition known as diabetic ketoacidosis. Type 1 diabetes is when your body doesn’t produce insulin and most people are diagnosed as children.Type 1 diabetes can’t be prevented or cured and insulin injections are the main form of treatment. Most people are diagnosed as children.Type 2 diabetes has similar symptoms as type 1 but usually develops more slowly and is more common in older people. It occurs when your body is not making enough insulin or the insulin isn’t working properly.Article continues belowIt’s also known as insulin resistance and in most cases it can be prevented by making healthy lifestyle choices. While there is no cure, some people may be able to put their diabetes into remission according to Diabetes UK.Despite popular belief, there’s more than two types of diabetes although only around 2% of patients have types that aren’t type 1 or type 2. This includes Gestational diabetes, steriod-induced diabetes, type 3c diabetes and Wolfram Syndrome.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌DiabetesHealthHealthy Living