Is There a Relationship Between Hypertension and Diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes which is non insulin dependent is typically diagnosed in adulthood. This was the case for my friend who rather shocked as she couldn't recall any particular symptoms.
It was not health issues that prompted her to see her doctor, but a regular yearly physical. That blood test reflected the diabetes.
The diagnosing physician was concerned, as was I, given the fact that my friend had been living with hypertension for a couple of years.
We were of the same serious mindset given the fact that over 60% of people who have diabetes also have high blood pressure.
There are two types of diabetes (a disorder where the body is unable to process sugar appropriately). Type one diabetes is a condition where the body produces no insulin on its own and daily injections are required.
Type two diabetes affects over 90% of the 5-10 million diabetes sufferers out there. The body produces insulin but insufficiently and blood sugar isn't processed in the correct way.
This is an issue because the body's tissues are targeted by these remaining sugars and eventually erode. The major areas affected are: nerves, eyes, heart and kidney. The number 1 cause of kidney failure is actually due to diabetes. Coming in 6th is heart failure.
Both diabetes and hypertension share another commonality - many people with either disease suffer no symptoms and their bodies are sometimes under attack for years before real damage can be seen.
Then factor in a serious condition like high blood pressure which can also damage the eyes and vital organs. People who suffer from both hypertension and diabetes are more than 75% more likely to experience heart attack and stroke.
Medication is necessary for many people suffering with diabetes. But there are some things that can be done to help prevent or stall the negative effects. Maintain a healthy weight and exercise on a regular basis. Also, do not over indulge in alcohol.
This will also help alleviate high blood pressure symptoms.
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