Risk of Diabetes

Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to serious health complications, driving up medical expenses and financial strain. Key costs include:

Medical Expenses:

• Heart Problems: Diabetes raises the risk of heart attacks and strokes, requiring costly treatments like surgeries and medications.
• Kidney Disease: Diabetes can cause chronic kidney disease, with expensive treatments such as dialysis or transplants.
• Neuropathy and Amputation: Nerve damage may lead to limb amputations, involving surgeries, rehab, and prosthetics.
• Vision Loss: Eye complications like retinopathy need ongoing exams, medications, or surgeries.

Management Costs:

• Medications: Insulin, glucose monitors, and other supplies are essential but costly.
• Medical Visits: Frequent check-ups, lab tests, and monitoring increase expenses.

Indirect Costs:

• Lost Income: Frequent medical appointments can reduce work productivity.
• Disability: Severe complications may cause partial or total disability, limiting earning potential.

Prevention Tip: Early intervention and proactive management through lifestyle changes and regular monitoring can help reduce long-term costs.