A detailed and thorough history from the patient is necessary. Specific areas of focus when obtaining a history from the patient include:  
Dietary habits Weight change Family history of hyperglycemia or diabetes Pregnancies complicated by hyperglycemia
Polyuria Polydipsia Unexplained weight loss Polyphagia
Vision changes Paresthesia Fatigue Skin changes Poor wound healing
What are the historical origins and symptoms associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus?
<s>[INST] Answer the question truthfully, you are a medical professional. This is the question: What are the historical origins and symptoms associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus? [/INST] \n A detailed and thorough history from the patient is necessary. Specific areas of focus when obtaining a history from the patient include:  
Dietary habits Weight change Family history of hyperglycemia or diabetes Pregnancies complicated by hyperglycemia
Polyuria Polydipsia Unexplained weight loss Polyphagia
Vision changes Paresthesia Fatigue Skin changes Poor wound healing</s>