Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, affecting over 90 percent of the diagnosed population. Careful monitoring is necessary to keep your diabetes under control, otherwise long-term health complications may arise.
Significance
Complications of your type 2 diabetes can develop gradually, with little or no symptoms. These complications can eventually turn life-threatening if not caught and treated in time.
Identification
Uncontrolled diabetes can affect many different parts of your body, including your eyes, skin and nerves. Kidney and heart disease are also common complications.
Misconceptions
Additional health complications are not inevitable when you discover you have diabetes. These complications develop over the course of many years.
Warning
Call your doctor or 911 if you experience symptoms of abnormal blood sugar levels, such as having blurry vision or feeling weak and tired, or if you have a numbness or tingling in your feet or legs.
Prevention/Solution
You can prevent these complications by simply keeping your blood sugar levels under control, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Stay active, eat healthy and see your health care provider regularly to lower your risks of complications.
