How much more likely are you to become blind if you have diabetes?
You are 25x more likely to suffer from blindness if you have diabetes
Long Term Complications
True or False: Better controlled diabetes leads to less health complications?
True! Monitoring blood glucose and taking medications as prescribed are some ways to better control diabetes health.Â
What is one way to prevent foot ulcers?
Daily Foot Checks Be sure to check spaces between toes & on the bottom on the feet!
What are some risk factors that contribute to diabetes complications?
High blood sugar Smoking Obesity High blood pressure High cholesterol
Doctors screen for this in urine when diagnosing Diabetic Nephropathy?
Protein The presence of protein in the urine is often a sign of diabetic nephropathy or kidney damage
What are the Big 4?
Increased exercise Improved diet Weight loss if obese Quitting smoking
What does atherosclerosis, known as plaque, do to blood vessels?
Atherosclerosis, or plaque, clogs blood vessels, making it more difficult for nutrients to reach their destination.
What’s the most important thing that someone with diabetes can do to improve their health?
Quitting smoking Quitting smoking has the greatest impact on preventing early death from heart disease. The benefits of quitting start almost right away.
What are two reasons people with diabetes are more likely to get foot ulcers?
1 Decreased blood flow 2 Damaged nerves Ulcers can be prevented by wearing appropriate footwear and performing self-foot exams.