While the hallmark signs of diabetes, such as needing to go to the bathroom often and extreme thirst, are at the top of the list of diabetes symptoms, other lesser-known symptoms can also hold clues to the disease, and among these symptoms are signs It occurs in the mouth and may be caused by diabetes without you knowing it. We learn about it in the following lines, according to what was published by the “Daily Express” website

The first signs and symptoms of diabetes can occur in your mouth, so paying attention to your oral health and talking to your doctor about any changes may lead to early diagnosis and treatment. Oral health problems in diabetics are caused by high blood sugar levels.

High blood glucose makes patients with this condition less resistant to infection and unable to heal easily. This can lead to the following signs appearing in your mouth:

- Gum diseases

- Gum abscesses

- Tooth decay

- Fungal infections (such as thrush)

- Lichen planus (an inflammatory skin condition associated with autoimmunity) appears in the form of white spots or swelling, redness and sores in the mouth

- Mouth ulcer

- Taste disorders

- Dry mouth due to low saliva levels.

Experts advised that you should pay attention to your oral and dental health if you have diabetes, and that you should visit your dentist every 6 to 12 months to get advice on how to maintain the health of your teeth and gums.

While your mouth can set off alarm bells, the main symptoms of diabetes include:

-Feeling very thirsty

- Urinating more frequently than usual, especially at night

-Feeling very tired

-Weight loss and muscle mass loss

- Blurred vision.