Are diabetics immunocompromised?
Since the pandemic, I've been extra careful about infections because I have diabetes. My neighbours keep saying diabetics are immunocompromised, which means we get sick easily. Is this true for all diabetics?
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5 months ago
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I had a severe foot infection last month that took forever to heal, which is when my doctor explained that high sugar levels actually weaken your immune response. Once I got my blood sugar back to normal, my healing improved dramatically.
6 months ago
Between my twin toddlers waking me up and my bad diet, my own immunity is in the gutter. But seriously, yes, high blood sugar can make it harder for your body to fight off bugs. Keep those sanitizers handy and try to get some sleep!
6 months ago
According to the health data and articles I track on my HealthifyMe app, uncontrolled diabetes can impair white blood cell function, making you more prone to infections. Keeping your glucose levels in range is key to keeping your immunity strong.
6 months ago
Hey, don't stress too much about the term 'immunocompromised'. It just means your body might take a little longer to fight off common colds or infections if your sugar levels are high. Just eat healthy, wash your hands, and you'll be totally fine!
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6 months ago
It is true that high sugar makes you catch infections easily, but you don't need to panic. Just focus on simple things: get your seasonal flu shots, keep your wounds clean, and walk for 30 minutes daily. It doesn't have to be complicated.
6 months ago
Haan beta, sugar mein choti si khujli ya sardi bhi jaldi theek nahi hoti. I drink warm haldi-doodh and tulsi kadha to boost my immunity naturally, but remember, the most important thing is still keeping your sugar controlled with your doctor's medicine.
5 months ago
Look, if your sugar is constantly sitting at 250-300, your body's defense system will definitely get weak and you will catch infections easily. Keep your sugar in check, stop eating sweets on the sly, and your immunity will stay perfectly fine.