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No matter which type of diabetes you have, there are health concerns that you must absolutely be aware of. Failing to manage your diabetes is the leading factor in developing related health problems, but sometime, these health problems cannot be avoided, even with what you do.

Hyperglycemia is a common problem among diabetics. This means that the blood sugar level is too high, and this can eventually lead to damage to the retina, the nerves, the kidneys, and the blood vessels, which affects the circulatory system. Now, untreated diabetes, or diabetes that isn’t managed properly, can lead to blindness, kidney failure, amputations, and nerve damage.

On top of this, heart attacks and strokes are also a strong possibility if diabetes isn’t managed properly. Blood pressure often rises, and you may have high cholesterol. These two conditions also contribute to heart disease, kidney disease, and circulation problems.

While all of the above conditions are very serious, there are also some conditions that are less serious, which are brought on by diabetes. Infections occur frequently, because the immune system is affected by diabetes. Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, becomes an issue when one takes too much insulin or oral medications for their diabetes, which can result in headaches, dizziness, trouble concentrating, tremors, and profuse sweating. Fainting and seizures can also be the result.

As you can see, having diabetes is more than just having high blood sugar levels. It’s serious complications associated with it as well, which can lead to death. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, be sure that you discuss management of the condition with your doctor, and follow his instructions for better control of your blood sugar levels.

You could see diabetes as an intrusion in your life. You have to change the way that you eat, and get more exercise. But imagine the intrusion that going blind or having your kidneys fail will cause! Managing your diabetes — to avoid these complications — is much easier.