Top 5 health conditions that Diabetes brings along

Marking the celebration of World Diabetes Day, here is all you need to know about the chronic health conditions that diabetes may make you develop.

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Written By: Sreemoyee Chatterjee | Published : November 4, 2018, 8:29 PM

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Top 5 Health Conditions That Diabetes Brings Along

World Diabetes Day is just round the corner and here is an interesting piece of information that you need to know. In case you are diabetic, that is not the only health condition you are suffering from. You may be at a higher risk of developing several other chronic health conditions that diabetes brings along with itself . If you want to live healthy despite being diabetic, you must have a clear idea about what these conditions are. Here are top 5 health conditions that are caused by diabetes.

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Renal Failure

Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure and other ailments related to kidney, say the experts. Also, hypertension and a family history can up the risk of kidney ailments among those who are diabetes. Records say that at least half of them who are suffering from diabetes may have signs of early kidney disputes.

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Nerve Damage

Diabetes is also to be blamed for a wide range of nerve related disorders, known as neuropathies. When your blood vessels narrow down due to fatty deposits, your nerves may also become damaged because they do not get adequate nourishment and oxygen supply they need. Diabetic neuropathy can cause pain and numbness or tingling in legs and toes, arms and fingers. You may also develop digestive disorders like nausea, indigestion or constipation.  Also Read - How much tea is safe to drink daily? Side effects of excess tea consumption explained by doctor

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Amputations

Diabetes can lead to amputations of your feet or legs. This is because of narrowed blood vessels, blood circulation becomes inappropriate and the sores or cuts in your feet and legs may take a very long time to heal and can actually get worst.

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