Could You Have Diabetes and Not Know It?

Many people live with high blood sugar for years without feeling sick. At Ahmadur Rahman, MD, we help you take control of your health. Dr. Ahmadur Rahman provides personalized diabetes & cholesterol management in New York City and Jamaica, NY.

If you feel completely healthy, you might assume your blood sugar is fine. However, early type 2 diabetes rarely causes obvious symptoms. We offer simple screenings to find issues before they cause harm.

Why does diabetes often go unnoticed?

Type 2 diabetes develops slowly as your body becomes resistant to insulin. Your kidneys filter out excess sugar only when blood levels get very high. Because of this, you can have the condition for years without any warning signs. 

In fact, a survey by the National Center for Health Statistics found a 4.5% prevalence of undiagnosed diabetes among US adults. This means more than a quarter of adults with diabetes do not know they have it. 

At our offices in New York and Jamaica, NY, we look beyond how you feel. We use precise blood tests during your primary care visits to check your actual metabolic health.

Who should get screened for diabetes?

You do not have to wait for symptoms like extreme thirst or frequent urination to get tested. Preventive screening helps you catch changes in blood sugar early.

 The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening for diabetes in adults aged 35 to 70 who have overweight or obesity. Being overweight is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 25.0 to 29.9. 

During an annual physical at our practice, we calculate your BMI and review your risk factors. If you have a family history of diabetes, we may recommend testing even earlier.

How can you protect your health?

If a screening shows you have prediabetes, you can still reverse the course. Taking action early prevents the condition from progressing to full type 2 diabetes.

A clinical trial published in Diabetes Care showed that lifestyle changes reduced the risk of developing diabetes by more than half in adults with prediabetes. Our team works with you to build a practical, healthy routine.

We help you manage your nutrition, stay active, and monitor your blood sugar levels over time. 

Protecting your long-term health starts with knowing your numbers. Whether you need a routine check-up or support for chronic disease, we are here to guide you. Schedule a visit with our team today to book your screening.