subject: Learning About Diabetes Health Care [print this page] It has been said that if you do not have your health, you do not have anything. This could not be more true than when diabetes is involved. There are many things that can go wrong when you have this disease so it is important that you take your diabetes health care seriously. You should be aware of a few conditions that can be a problem.
Uncontrolled diabetes is dangerous for several reasons. It can result in heart disease, major bone loss, prostrate problems in men and the loss of extremities. It is vital that this disease is controlled by either pills or injected insulin. This will help regulate the blood glucose levels in your body which will prevent many of these problems from arising.
Heart disease is a very serious problem with most diabetics. High levels of glucose in the blood builds and allow a fatty substance to be deposited in the body; the blood vessel walls to be more precise. This can lead to the vessels clogging up or becoming hard. As a result of this, heart attack and stroke are very real possibilities.
Osteoporosis is a common problem in most menopausal women. Women who have diabetes are more likely to have bone loss than those who do not have the disease. The end results of this condition is usually broken hips and other bones that heal very slowly.
All types of prostrate problems can arise from diabetes both type I and type II. Studies have shown that men with both types of diabetes may see the effects of the disease in the prostrate. It can cause impotence and cancer if not properly cared for.
Infection is a serious problem for most diabetics. Any small sore or injury can cause the location to become infected. If infection occurs it is important to get it taken care of immediately. It can cause the sore to develop gangrene. You should never walk around bare foot either inside or out and if you see any sores developing, contact your doctor.
Diabetes is not just high levels of glucose in the blood. It can be a serious condition if not treated and can even lead to death. Your physician can test you for this disease and instruct you on how to handle your diabetes health care.
