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Reversing complications

Being able to reverse complications is considered to be something of a holy grail.

Research has found that animals have been able to reverse complications of diabetes and there
has been anecdotal evidence of improvements in humans.

Reversing diabetes complications

Whilst evidence for the reversal of complications is thin on the ground, there are steps that can be taken to avoid or slow down the development of diabetic complications.

There are a number of factors which have been shown to reduce the risk of complications and this includes keeping blood glucose levels under tight control.

Avoiding diabetic complications

We're keen to find out whether anyone has had success in reversing their complications.

If your complications have actually improved, let the Diabetes Forum know!

Have you reversed diabetic complications?

FREE BGStar + Diabetes Support Pack  


Get a FREE BGstar blood glucose meter and Diabetes Support Pack from Sanofi -
designed for people using insulin who want to get more from their meter.

The BGStar meter is simple to set
up, easy to learn and has a wealth of support and additional features that you can use, as your confidence with managing your diabetes grows.

Brittle diabetes   


People with hard to control type 1 diabetes may have what is referred to as brittle diabetes mellitus, or labile diabetes, which can cause extreme fluctuations in blood sugar levels.

This rare but serious sub-type of type 1 diabetes is
linked to stress and depression. Identifying and treating these psychological issues can help combat this condition and improve blood sugar control.

Treating brittle diabetes

Lifestyle changes  


If you have been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, the chances are you will have been advised to make changes to your current lifestyle
in an effort to manage your condition and help reduce the risk of diabetic complications.

Find out what these typical lifestyle interventions involve.

Lifestyle interventions for type 2 diabetes
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Video Guide: Losing hypo awareness  


If you struggle to notice signs of having low blood glucose levels, you are said to have lost your hypo awareness.

Hypo unawareness can have serious consequences and it is important to take steps to regain your awareness of hypo symptoms.

Diabetic skin care  


Having diabetes makes you much more prone to skin problems, which left untreated can evolve into serious complications, such as diabetic foot ulcers.

These problems can be hard to spot due to the effects prolonged high blood sugar levels have on
the nerves and circulation.

Take a look at our diabetic skin care tips to see how you can help maintain healthy skin.

Diabetic skin care
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Glucagonoma
Glucagonoma is potentially fatal condition that occurs when islet cells in the pancreas start producing too much glucagon.
Blood glucose meters

Blood glucose meters are essential for diabetes care as they allow diabetics to monitor their blood sugar levels.

In the UK there are more than 40 of these special devices on the market. For more information on each meter, check out our independent blood glucose monitor guide.

Blood glucose monitor guide
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