Ways to avoid the complications of diabetes

Diabetes increases the risk of other health problems . These complications will occur as soon as you get diabetes – that is not the case. However, if the amount of sugar in the blood is always high, then there can be different types of health complications. E.g.

Heart disease
Brain stroke
Different problems including complications in the blood circulation of the feet. Such as: wounds, sores and infections
Decreased vision and blindness
Nerve problems. Such as: pain and numbness
Kidney disease
Dental gum disease

The best way to reduce these risks is to control your blood sugar and have regular diabetes checkups.

Heart test

Blood cholesterol and blood pressure need to be measured at least once a year.

If you have a habit of smoking, take steps to quit. Smoking greatly increases the risk of various heart diseases, including heart attacks. This risk is further increased if you have diabetes.

Nerve problems

Diabetes can cause nerve damage. This is called ‘diabetic neuropathy’. Nerve problems can cause a variety of symptoms. E.g.

Fainting or numbness in different parts of the body
Pain
Feeling we have ‘Run out of gas’ emotionally
Tingling or tingling
Sexual problems
Constipation or diarrhea

If any such symptoms occur, you need to contact a doctor. Timely treatment can prevent severe nerve damage.

Foot care

Diabetes can reduce the blood supply to the legs. This can make the legs feel numb or numb. As a result, if there is any injury on the leg, it cannot be felt well. In addition, wounds do not heal easily. This can cause problems like ulcers or infections in the legs.

It is important to keep in mind some very common things in foot care. E.g.

Always keep feet clean and dry to prevent infection
Do not go out barefoot to avoid tearing
Wear the right size shoes (not too tight or too loose) to avoid injury

Before going to bed every day, it is important to check if there are any changes in the legs. Contact a doctor immediately if any of the following symptoms occur:

Cut
Wounds or sores
Cracked legs
Blisters
Pain
Feeling of tingling or tingling or tingling in the legs
Feeling of numbness in the soles of the feet and toes

In addition, you should go to the doctor at least once a year to get your feet examined.

To find out more, read the Diabetic Foot Care article.

Eye care

Diabetes can damage the blood vessels in the eye. This can lead to a type of vision problem called diabetic retinopathy, which can even lead to blindness if not treated at the right time. So it is necessary to check the eyes every year to see if the blood vessels in the eyes are normal.

The annual eye examination of diabetic patients is called screening. This test is different from the usual eye tests. Eye problems can be detected before screening is damaged through screening.

It is possible to prevent and cure eye problems caused by diabetes. Therefore, it is very important for diabetic patients to have regular eye examinations.

If you notice any abnormal changes in your eyesight including the following 3 problems, you should consult a doctor immediately:

Blurred vision in the eyes (especially at night)
It looks like a sack that encloses with a drawstring
Increased eye sensitivity to light

Mouth and dental care

High blood sugar increases the risk of various gum diseases and infections. So it is important to take care of the face.

Some rules should be followed to keep the mouth and gums healthy. E.g.

Brush twice a day to keep teeth clean
If you use dentures, keep them clean regularly
See a dentist regularly
Avoid smoking. Smoking lowers the body’s resistance to disease. As a result, gum infection is not easily cured.

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following problems:

Pain in the mouth, teeth or gums
Swollen gums
Bleeding
Bad breath