Type 2 diabetes: Swelling in four body parts may indicate consistently high blood sugar
“Kidney problems are a particular risk for people with diabetes,” the global diabetes community confirmed. There are five stages of diabetic nephropathy, ranging from the least to most severe kidney disease. By the fourth stage of the disease – nearing the need for dialysis – body parts might swell. For instance, any swelling of the ankles, feet, lower legs or hands is an indication of water retention.
This is one possible symptom of stage four diabetic retinopathy – if this applies to you or anyone you know, medical care is urgent.
Diabetic retinopathy can also lead to darker-looking urine, which is in actual fact caused by the presence of blood.
Another side effect can include shortness of breath when doing simple tasks, such as climbing the stairs.
As more sugar takes up space in the bloodstream, in place of oxygen, it’s expected that you’d feel more tired.
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