Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 9 months ago

How long can diabetes go untreated?

My neighbor has had diabetes for a few years now, but she's not very regular with her medicines. I'm worried about her. How long can someone go without proper treatment for diabetes before things get really bad?

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Madhaven Nair Madhaven Nair Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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While gentle living and yoga help support our body, leaving diabetes completely untreated for years is highly dangerous for our vital organs. The body's life force weakens as high blood sugar damages the nerves. Please follow a doctor's medical advice strictly alongside any lifestyle changes.

Kiran Johar Kiran Johar Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Dear, diabetes can go quietly untreated for a few years, but it silently damages your heart, nerves, and eyes in the background. It is not worth the risk. Please get a proper HbA1c test and let a physician guide you on the right treatment plan.

Vimla Patel Vimla Patel Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I tried managing my high sugar with methi seeds and bitter gourd juice for a year, but my levels kept rising. Home remedies can only support, but they cannot cure diabetes. Leaving it untreated for long will damage your kidneys and eyes, so please see a doctor and start proper treatment.

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Consult a endocrinologist

Ganga Prasad Ganga Prasad Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Hamare gaon mein log ise halke mein lete hain, par yeh andar hi andar shareer ko khokhla kar deti hai. Iska ilaj turant shuru karna chahiye. Aap jald se jald doctor babu ko dikhayein aur unki baat manein.

Lakshmi Narayanan Lakshmi Narayanan Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

My grandmother used to say that high sugar is like a slow poison if ignored. Leaving diabetes untreated for even a few months can lead to serious health complications later. Please visit a hospital and get your blood sugar checked immediately.

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much, but definitely don't leave diabetes untreated. Over time, high blood sugar can cause big problems for your body. Just get a quick doctor's appointment and get your prescription sorted. You'll be totally fine!

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