Why is Diabetes Serious?
Diabetes is a serious condition with potential to damage several vital organs. There is no such thing as ‘mild diabetes’ because even slightly high than normal blood glucose levels, over a period of time can silently damage the nerves nerves and blood vessels in the body, resulting in a variety of complications.- It is the most important cause of blindness in working age adults
- It is the top cause of kidney failure in the world
- It increases the risk of heart attacks and stroke by up to 4 times
- It is an important cause of non-traumatic foot/lower limb amputations
- It is a major cause of erectile dysfunction (impotence) in men
- It is an important cause of mental illness resulting in depression and anxiety