Singer Nick Jonas has revealed that he has been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in an emotional video.
The Do It Like That singer shared in a video message on Instagram that highlighted how his mother and family noticed the signs of diabetes in him. Alongside the video, Jonas wrote, “18 years ago I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. My family, especially my Mom @mamadjonas, noticed a change in me & saw the four major signs that we now know are symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes.”
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He also listed the symptoms that he experienced, ultimately leading to his diagnosis. Jonas shared that he had suffered from frequent urination, excessive thirst, exhaustion, and unexplained weight loss. The 31-year-old publicly acknowledged the support of his family which saved his life, as he got himself checked before it was too late.
According to him, he was lucky enough to have this incredible support system around him that noticed these signs. He further revealed he wants people to take care of their near and dear ones in a similar manner and detect diabetes symptoms before it’s too late.
“As a new father myself, I understand how important it is to be on the lookout for these signs as my daughter grows up,” posted Jonas. In a bid to raise awareness about the symptoms of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and help save lives, Jonas urged people to participate in #SeeTheSigns campaign.
