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  • 10/05/2022

Question

Why does diabetes lead to so many other medical issues?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

With time, raised blood sugar levels can damage the blood vessels and nerves that control the heart. Additionally, people with diabetes are also more likely to have other conditions that raise the risk for heart disease such as high blood pressure and deranged cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a Endocrinologist

Answered 17 days ago

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