About one-third of people with diabetes get a skin problem sooner or later. Fortunately, most problems can be prevented or easily treated.
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Poorly controlled diabetes can lead to gum disease, which is an infection of the gums and bone that hold the teeth in place.
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Damage to the nerves or blood vessels caused by diabetes can interfere with sexual function.
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Diabetes affects every part of your life, and it can create problems that aren’t easy to talk about with your healthcare provider.
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Wounds need oxygen to heal properly, and exposing a wound to 100% oxygen can, in many cases, speed the healing process.
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Diabetes is nothing to smile about. The disease can cause serious damage to your body. It can even harm your teeth.
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