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If you have diabetes and it is not under control, it affects the entire body. Diabetes has a serious impact on the kidneys, heart and eyes, but do you know that it can also spoil the health of bones. Experts say that if you have diabetes, you may have an increased risk of bone and joint diseases. Diabetes also causes neuropathic arthropathy in some cases. This is a disease of the bones.
Dr. Nikhil Tandon, HOD Professor in the Department of Endocrinology, Delhi It is said that the problem of Charcot joint is seen in some diabetic patients. These Charcot (Shahar-Koh) joints, also known as neuropathic arthropathy, occur when the joint becomes damaged due to a malfunction in the nervous system. This is a common complication of diabetes. Which affects the joints. In this there is numbness and tingling in the joints. If diabetic patients are experiencing these symptoms then they should consult a doctor.
According to Dr. Nikhil, not every diabetic patient has this disease, but those whose sugar level is not under control, there is a possibility of this disease. Especially those who are above 45 are at higher risk.
Why do diabetes weaken bones?
Dr. Nikhil Tandon says that when blood sugar is high, Osteoblast cells become weak. These are the cells that make new bone. High glucose reduces their activity, which slows down bone formation. Due to this the bones become weak. People who have high sugar levels for a long time are also at risk of chronic inflammation and nerve damage.
What symptoms to watch for
recurring pain from minor injuries
femoral fracture
non-healing injury
persistent joint pain
How to prevent this disease
exercise daily
Take vitamin D and calcium supplements as per doctor’s advice.
Stay away from smoking and alcohol
take care of your diet