Advice for diabetics and those who are concerned
To those who know they are diabetic
It is important to manage diabetes properly and consistently.
Without proper management the following complications can occur:
- Increased risk of developing coronary heart disease
- Diabetic foot problems, or neuropathy – this is the most common reason for hospital admission
- Diabetic retinopathy leading to possible blindness
- Kidney disease – a major cause of kidney failure
Clinical studies have shown that tight blood glucose control can significantly reduce the risk of developing potentially life-threatening complications.
For those who are concerned
Ask your doctor for a blood glucose test TODAY if you have any of the following symptons:
- Blurred vision
- Frequent urination
- Extreme tiredness
- Frequent infection
- Greatly increased thirst
- Substantial weight gain/loss
- Gential itching
- Numbness or tingling in hands or feet
This advice is given by Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation, www.drwf.org.uk
March 15 2009 11:51 am | diabetes information