Managing complications

Researchers have shown a connection between diabetes and hearing loss. Read on to learn more about what may cause hearing loss in people with diabetes and what to do if you think you may have hearing loss.

Paying close attention to wounds is important for people with diabetes. Common types of wounds include diabetic foot ulcers, arterial ulcers, venous ulcers and pressure ulcers.

People with diabetes have a higher risk of bone issues, including arthritis, osteoporosis and hip fractures. Read this article to learn more about diabetes and bones.

Many people with diabetes experience minor digestive disorders. For example, almost 60% are affected by constipation.

Many people are surprised to learn that skin issues are among the potential complications related to diabetes. Yet one in three people with diabetes will experience a skin issue that is either caused by or affected by diabetes.

One of the more common complications of diabetes is retinopathy.

Kidney disease is a common complication of diabetes, and diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease in Canada. It is estimated that 50% of people with diabetes will have signs of kidney damage in their lifetime. Read on to learn if it is possible to reverse diabetic kidney disease.