Embarrassing Conditions and Diabetes
More often that not, its the symptoms of the condition that are embarrassing rather than the condition itself
Diabetes has its share of embarrassing conditions associated with it. Some of these conditions can be prevented through good blood glucose management.
However, the presence of other conditions may increase the likelihood of these conditions appearing. Whatever your condition, it's useful to remember that there is help for most of them.
Incontinence
Incontinence is a relatively common embarrassing condition. Whilst frequently associated with old age, a number of reasons exist which affect people of all ages.
Hyperglycemia, associated with diabetes, and autonomic neuropathy can both affect urinary incontinence to some degree.
Diarrhoea
There are a few aspects of diabetes which increase the likelihood of suffering diarrhoea. These range from the side effects of certain medications, including metformin and statins, through to nerve damage which can result in inconsistent bowel movements.
Constipation
On the other side of the coin is constipation, which can be embarrassing if you need to explain the discomfort or difficulties you’re experiencing as a result.
Constipation may be related to diet but can also be affected by other conditions including coeliac disease, IBS and colon cancer.
Lipohypertrophy
Lipohypertrophy is when lumpy areas appear on the skin as a result of frequent injections into the same area of skin.
Lipohypertrophy can cause embarrassment and some people wish to cover up an affected area of skin.
The affected area will usually heal itself as long as the area isn’t injected into for a period of a few months.
Acanthosis nigricans
Acanthosis nigricans is a skin condition that is associated with type 2 diabetes. Acanthosis nigricans is noticeable by darkened areas or lines typically located at folds in the skin such as around the neck armpits and groin. The darkened appearance can fade if the underlying condition is treated.
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