Diabetes Complications Can Be Prevented
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Diabetes affects nearly 21 million Americans, according to November 2005 statistics from the American Diabetes Association. It's a condition that requires constant control and attention, or else sufferers may face complications.Taking good care of diabetes can lower the chances of getting:
- Eye disease that can lead to a loss of vision or even blindness
- Kidney failure
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Nerve damage that may cause a loss of feeling or pain in the hands, feet, legs, or other parts of the body
- Never walk around in your home without shoes.
- Make sure there are no foreign objects in your shoes.
- Make sure your shoes fit properly and are the right size.
- See a podiatrist regularly.
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