In an interview with People.com Nick Jonas said he was 13 years old when his brothers first noticed his symptoms of diabetes. It was scary for him and he wanted to speak out about it for others that may be going through it.
He says that the mental and emotional health aspect of it is key and it’s really important to lean on your family and friends for support.
His symptoms were an unquenchable thirst for sugary sodas and drastic weight loss. He was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, which means his body creates very little or no insulin, so he has to take medication.
He hopes that young people diagnosed with diabetes can see that they can still pursue their dreams.
TL;DR:
- Nick Jonas was 13 years old when his brothers first noticed his symptoms of diabetes.
- His symptoms were an unquenchable thirst for sugary sodas and drastic weight loss.
- He hopes that young people diagnosed with diabetes can see that they can still pursue their dreams.