Will Diabetes Lead to Death?

Question

Can diabetes lead to death? What factors or causes can lead to death?

Answer

Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder. If blood sugar control is not managed well, it may lead to acute complications such as diabetic ketoacidosis. Chronic complications can affect the entire body, from head to toe, from inside to outside, including diabetic nephropathy, foot problems, cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, vascular changes, and eye disorders, all of which can severely impact quality of life and threaten life. After being diagnosed with diabetes, it is necessary to develop a suitable diet, exercise, and medication treatment plan to help control blood sugar levels. Depending on the condition, early insulin therapy may be required.