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Having high blood glucose levels over a

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long period of time can eventually

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cause damage to the small blood vessels

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and nerves throughout the body . When

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this damage occurs , it causes other

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serious conditions that can be

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difficult or impossible to treat .

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That's why it becomes so important for

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people diagnosed with diabetes to

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control their blood glucose levels .

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Some major complications that can

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result from poorly managed diabetes

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include cardiovascular disease , nerve

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damage , foot damage , problems with

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sexual function , kidney damage , I

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damage neurological problems and dental

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problems , other potential

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complications related to diabetes , our

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skin conditions , stomach problems such

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as gastro paralysis and susceptibility

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to viral illnesses such as the common

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cold and influenza

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