Priya Reddy Priya Reddy Asked 4 months ago

What are complications of diabetes?

My father has had diabetes for many years, and we're always worried about him. His doctor talks about complications sometimes, but I want to understand more clearly what we should be looking out for. What are the common complications of diabetes?

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Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago
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Beta, if sugar is not controlled, it starts affecting the eyes and can cause blurry vision over time. We must be very careful with small cuts on the feet because they take a long time to heal. Drinking bitter gourd juice in the morning is good, but you must keep visiting your doctor for regular checkups.

Ramesh Chawla Ramesh Chawla Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Uncontrolled diabetes can slowly affect your kidneys and nerve endings, leading to numbness in the hands and feet. I have seen that regular pranayama and gentle stretching help maintain good blood circulation. But remember, yoga is a supportive practice; you still need to monitor your blood sugar values closely.

Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

I used to panic thinking about heart issues and kidney damage when I was first diagnosed with high sugar. But honestly, once you get your HbA1c under control with proper medication and daily walks, the risk of these complications goes down significantly. It is all about consistent management, so don't lose sleep over it.

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Meenakshi Sundaram Meenakshi Sundaram Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

My father always told us that high sugar slowly damages the blood vessels, which can lead to heart complications. We use traditional ingredients like fenugreek seeds in our cooking, but we strictly follow the doctor's prescription. Make sure to get your kidney function and eye tests done at least once a year.

Amit Saxena Amit Saxena Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I recently had a scare where my foot wound wouldn't heal for weeks because my sugar levels had spiked. It made me realize how quickly diabetes can affect your nerve sensitivity and healing capacity. Fortunately, with aggressive diet changes and the right medication, my levels are back to normal and the foot is fully healed now.

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Sunita Rao Sunita Rao Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

In my own family, I have seen my uncle struggle with kidney issues and nerve pain in his legs due to long-term high blood sugar. It was a tough phase, and it taught us how important it is to never ignore routine blood tests. I can't advise on medicines, but keeping a close eye on your daily diet really matters.

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