Coping/Complications

 Short-Term

 Long-Term

People with diabetes are living longer, healthier lives than ever before. Research has provided more and better treatments for the various complications of diabetes. The longer someone lives with diabetes, and the longer diabetes is not treated properly, the greater the chance of developing long-term complications.

• Mental Health - Stress can increase blood glucose. Take time for yourself and get help coping if you need it
  
• Heart and Stroke - People with diabetes are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke, but you can reduce risk factors
  
• Eyes - Vision problems are common for people with diabetes, many are preventable
  
• Dental - Treat your teeth and gums with care
  
• Feet - Make sure your feet are made for walking
  
• Hands - Preventive care can make a difference in keeping the extremities healthy.
  
• Nerves - Nerves affect all body functions, watch for tingling or burning feelings
  
• Kidneys - Kidneys are the body's filter, keep them going with good diabetes control
  
• Sexual Health - Uncontrolled diabetes can cause sexual health issues
  
• Skin Care - People with diabetes have to make sure their skin heals properly when injured