The health body explains: “A GP can diagnose diabetes. You’ll need a blood test, which you may have to go to your local health centre for if it cannot be done at your GP surgery.”
The earlier diabetes is diagnosed and treatment started, the better.
As the NHS points out, early treatment reduces your risk of other health problems.
How to lower blood sugar
Following a formal diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, steps must be taken to lower high blood sugar.