28^th European Diabetes Congress

Miscellaneous Diabetic Complications

Apart from the mentioned, there are numerous other complications which are caused by diabetes. It affects various organs of the body leading to their improper functioning. Diabetes can lead to development of the diseases of the Thyroid including Hashimoto's disease, Graves' disease, etc. Fibromyalgia is another condition which is linked to diabetes. Studies have also shown correlation between diabetes and impairment of hearing, lung diseases, various muscle conditions, fertility related issues, sexual dysfunction, etc. Uncontrolled blood glucose levels over a prolonged period of time can be accounted for the development of such numerous diabetic complications.