What is diabetic neuropathy?
It is a type of nerve damage that occurs in daibetes. This mostly affects feet and legs.
What is diabetic retinopathy?
It is damage to the blood vessels in retina of eyes. May also lead to vision loss.
What is diabetic nephropathy?
It is diabetes related kidney diseases and occurs in almost 25 percent cases.
Why does the risk of blood vessels damage increase in diabetes?
Raised blood sugar level causes abnormality in platelets and cells of vascular endothelium. This in turn causes macrovascular and microvascular damage.
Can my diabetes impact one’s sex life?
It causes loss of libido and erectile dysfunction. This can be prevented or managed by:
- Good control of Sugar
- Exercise
- Cooperative partner
Does diabetes lead to memory loss?
Memory loss may occur late. Better blood sugar control can help.
What’s the relevance of footwear and foot care for diabetics?
As a part of peripheral neuropathy foot is susceptible to ulcer burn, infection etc. If not cared properly and condition deteriorates it may also lead to amputation.