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Diabetic complications can be classified broadly as microvascular or macrovascular disease. Microvascular complications include neuropathy (nerve damage), nephropathy (kidney disease) and vision disorders (eg retinopathy, glaucoma, cataract and corneal disease). Macrovascular complications include heart disease, stroke and peripheral vascular disease (which can lead to ulcers, gangrene and amputation). Other complications of diabetes include infections, metabolic difficulties, impotence, autonomic neuropathy and pregnancy problems.
Follow the links below to find information on diabetes complications.
Reviewed September 2008
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Diabetes complications
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Over time persistent high blood glucose levels (BGLs) can damage the body's organs. This damage is referred to as diabetes related complications. While these complications are serious and can be life threatening, with appropriate lifestyle changes and attention to blood glucose control, people with diabetes can substantially reduce the risk of these complications.
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Sep 2008
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Prevent diabetes complications with these targets
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Diabetes related complications are serious and can be life threatening which makes them the most serious concern for people with diabetes. They can be prevented with good management - do you know your goals?
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Mar 2008
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Complications of diabetes
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myDr
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Some effects of diabetes can develop after only 6 or 12 months of high levels of glucose in the blood.
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Jul 2001
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Diabetes and your kidneys
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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One of the diabetes related complications is a type of kidney damage called diabetic nephropathy. It is known that up to 30% of people with diabetes develop kidney problems. The risk of developing these problems are reduced by managing your BGLs, having regular kidney and blood pressure checks and leading a healthy lifestyle.
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Mar 2008
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Diabetes: Australian facts 2008
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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
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This report is a concise summary of the latest data and trends relating to diabetes in Australia. It is the second report by the National Centre for Monitoring Diabetes to present available data across the spectrum of the disease: its levels in the population, the factors that contribute to it, its major complications and its impact.
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Mar 2008
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Hypertension in diabetes
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Australian Prescriber
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Good management of blood pressure is at least as important as good control of blood glucose and the reduction of cholesterol in preventing the complications of diabetes.
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Feb 2002
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Diabetes and impotence
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Better Health Channel
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Men with diabetes are at a higher risk of impotence, especially if the diabetes is not well controlled. Men who notice a change in sexual functioning should consult their doctor to determine the cause and discuss treatment options.
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Aug 2007
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Diabetes and kidney failure
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Better Health Channel
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The most common single cause of kidney failure is diabetes mellitus, a condition characterised by high blood sugar levels. There is no cure, but medical treatment can slow the progression of kidney disease. Options include medication, dialysis and transplantation.
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Sep 2007
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Diabetic nephropathy
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myDr
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Diabetic nephropathy refers to kidney problems which result from diabetes mellitus.
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Jul 2006
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Diabetic nephropathy
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of diabetic nephropathy written by professional medical specialists.
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Apr 2008
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Stay on track mentally
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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People with chronic illnesses such as diabetes can be at risk of developing depression. A guide to diabetes and mental health.
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Sep 2008
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Sexual health and diabetes
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Reproductive health can be affected by having diabetes and certain conditions can lead to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
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Mar 2008
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Hypoglycaemia and diabetes
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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Hypoglycaemia is a low blood glucose level. It is also known as a hypo, insulin reaction or low blood glucose. Hypoglycaemia can occur in people with diabetes using insulin, and certain diabetes medications. It usually occurs when the blood glucose level falls below 4mmol/L.
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Mar 2008
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Diabetes and sexual health
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myDr
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Sexual problems as a result of having diabetes can affect both men and women with diabetes.
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Jun 2003
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Clinical practice guidelines: type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents
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National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)
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These guidelines have been externally developed by the Australasian Paediatric Endocrine Group and address the diagnosis and all relevant aspects relating to the clinical management of Type 1 Diabetes in children of all ages, including adolescents up to the point of transition to adult care.
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Mar 2005
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Diabetes and your brain
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myDr
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A partial blockage of a blood vessel in or leading to the brain can cause symptoms such as temporary loss of speech and temporary paralysis.
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Jul 2003
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Diabetes and your heart
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myDr
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People with diabetes are often unaware that they may have narrowed blood vessels in the heart until they block completely, causing a heart attack.
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Jul 2003
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Diabetes and your kidneys
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myDr
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Detection of early kidney damage is possible by testing the rate at which the kidneys are leaking a protein called albumin into the urine.
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Jul 2003
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Diabetic cheiroarthropathy
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of diabetic cheiroarthropathy written by professional medical specialists.
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Feb 2008
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Diabetes facts
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Diabetes Australia - NSW
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More than 3 million Australians have diabetes or pre-diabetes. Worldwide, 246 million people have diabetes.
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Sep 2008
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