Diabetes Complications Directory
Diabetes complications can happen when least expected. If not managed well, complications lead to poor health and even death. Being prepared helps you ride out the unexpected. Preparation requires your personal involvement. It also requires working closely with a health care professional. Good preparation, like having an emergency plan, emergency contact information, and using an emergency bracelet, helps to reduce the impact of emergencies. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about what causes diabetes complications, what they look like, how to treat them, and much more.
Medical Reference
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Diabetic Emergencies: What to Do When Someone Is In a Diabetes Crisis
Learn how to recognize when someone with diabetes is in trouble and what first aid you can offer in these situations.
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Diabetic Shock and Insulin Reactions: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
WebMD explains insulin shock and insulin reactions, including causes and treatments.
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Learn About Diabetes Complications
Understanding some common complications of diabetes can help you recognize the early warning signs and take action to prevent more serious problems. Learn more from the experts at WebMD.
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8 Ways to Avoid Type 1 Diabetes Complications
Healthy ways to lessen your odds of getting serious complications from type 1 diabetes.
Features
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Diabetes Complications: Know the Symptoms
Take note of these red flags and learn what to do.
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3 Diabetes Tests You Must Have
Diagnosed with diabetes? See how these simple tests can help you manage your condition.
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How to Prevent Kidney Disease
Tips to keep your kidneys healthy when you have diabetes.
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How to Lower Your Risk of Diabetes Complications
Learn about a daily care plan that can reduce your chances of getting diabetes complications like heart disease, stroke, or kidney failure.
Slideshows & Images
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What Are the Complications of Diabetes?
If diabetes is out of control, it can affect many different parts of your body over time. Find out about the complications that can happen with your eyes, heart, kidneys, and more – and how to lower your risk.
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Type 1 Diabetes and Your Child: Complications to Watch For
When your child has type 1 diabetes, it's important to know how it can affect her body. From nerve damage to eye problems, here are some problems to be aware of.
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12 Lifestyle Tips to Avoid Diabetes Complications
See steps you can take to help cut your risk of diabetes complications. WebMD shows you how to avoid nerve pain, heart disease and protect your kidneys.
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Diabetes and Eye Problems
Learn what eye and vision problems are more likely when you have diabetes, what treatments are available, and what you can do to prevent them.