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Complications of diabetes: which tests to detect them?
Know the common complications of diabetes
Remember: you are in the best position to know if something is not normal, or to detect the occurrence of a complication. Being diabetic increases the risk of certain disorders or diseases. Here are the most common complications that you should pay attention to:
- Cvascular complications : be aware of chest pains (possible angina), persistent headaches, the occurrence of limping (limping), which may reflect a problem in an artery in the leg, in particular.
- Neurological complications : it may be pain in the limbs (nerves weakened by diabetes), or any burning sensation, tingling, cold or hot, itching, reduced sensitivity … Also be vigilant in the event of disorders digestive system, erectile or urinary disorders, as well as repeated dizziness, as it may be an attack on the vegetative nervous system.
- Infectious complications : regularly check the condition of your feet, as well as the skin in general (there should be no ulcers or wounds). In the event of illness (fever, flu, diarrhea, etc.), consult your doctor promptly.