BODY SIGNALS ONE SHOULD NEVER IGNORE.
PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF DISEASE ON THE MIND
The human body and then human mind are interconnected and therefore any disease that affects the mind also affects the body and vice versa.
Since the body is physical the effects can be measured and chronicled whereas in the case of the mind that is not possible.
Every human mind is a unique mind and therefore the mental effects are different in each person.
In fact the effect of the same on the mind cannot be chronicled in any way.
Coming to terms on being a Diabetic is one such aspect that cannot be chronicled as everyone has different experiences and feelings.
SELF-DENIAL: The first time the doctor told that I had diabetes, this was the first emotional feeling I had. Accepting that I had a disease like Diabetes, which would change my life forever, was something that I could not come to terms with.
ANGER: The next subsequent feeling I had was anger. The moment I was diagnosed with the disease I was angry. Anger directed at my doctor, towards God, and cursing the disease for making my life miserable and painful and exaggerating me.
WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS: Food is my weakness and travelling my hobby.
The first thing that would come to my mind would be the restaurants around the place that I would be visiting!!.
With the subtle changes in the lifestyle that I needed to make, to cope with the new disease, my personality changed forever.
Over a period time I could see how slowly I began to withdraw more and more, particularly from the things I loved, namely food.
My outlook towards other things in life also started changing slowly.
I started adopting a more serious demeanor, particularly towards my diet and exercise in order to cope with my new lifestyle.
DEPRESSION: There were times when I became totally depressed with life when the disease attacked me.
The frustration started increasing with every change that made my life uncomfortable, whether it be the new diet plan, the schedules that I had to set for the diet, the time for taking insulin, etc.
The stressful feeling when thinking about the long term complications about the disease, the list went on and on.
One thing that I realized during this crucial period is the importance of having a strong support system.
This I was lucky to find within my family. As with any traumatic experience, coming to terms with a disease takes a lot of patience and a lot of support.
SIGNS WHICH PROVE THAT YOU MAY BE PRONE TO DIABETES.
These are some of the symptoms that you should never ignore:
YOU’RE FEELING EXCESSIVELY THIRSTY: No matter how much ever water you drink, you are always feeling a dryness in your throat.
This is the most common sign of type 2 Diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes is the more common type marked by high levels of sugar in the blood.
Due to the rising levels of the blood glucose in the blood, excessive sugar builds up in the blood stream.
This forces the kidneys to work harder and filter the excessive level of sugar in the blood.
The after effects are that you need to urinate more which can lead to dehydration.
Lower fasting blood sugar spikes the easy way without having to worry about future health.
NICKED YOURSELF WHILE SHAVING AND THE WOUND IS NOT HEALING QUICKLY?:
Consult a doctor immediately.
This indicates that the sugar levels are constantly increasing, and therefore the the wound is not healing fast.
This is one of the early warning signs of type 2 Diabetes which should set the alarm bells ringing. Any injury, even a minor scratch, if it is taking time to heal means that something is wrong.
YOUR HANDS AND FEET ARE CONSTANTLY FEELING NUMB: If you take this situation too lightly, then it’s bound to lead to a nervous condition known as Peripheral Diabetic Neuropathy.
There may also be a feeling of pins and needles being inserted in your hands and feet, pain or numbness.
Consult a doctor if the feeling has been persisting for a long time.
This condition starts with the feet first and gradually moves on to the hands and then the brain.
EXCESSIVE MOOD SWINGS: A recent study showed that one out of every four persons who suffered from Diabetes experienced excessive mood swings and signs of depression. And one out of every six Diabetics experienced anxiety and stress.
Balancing of Blood Glucose Levels in the blood are very important for maintaining stable mood levels.
The longer you’ve been suffering from Diabetes, it is more likely that you’ll suffer from depression.
Any sign of constant Anxiety and Depression should never be ignored.
Poor vision is also a condition that should not be ignored as excessive levels of blood glucose damages the blood vessels in the retina, causing them to bleed.
It is therefore always advisable to get the checked every year as a part of the routine medical checkup as it may lead to permanent blindness.
STILL IGNORING THOSE BLEEDING GUMS?: Patients suffering from Diabetes are likely to develop a condition called Periodontitis, an infection that damages the gums and can lead to permanent tooth loss.
The common symptoms are red, bleeding and swollen gums and it is imperative to see a dentist if this persists and bring the situation under control.
The Human Body is a machine that is in our control, and therefore it is imperative that we take care of it by understanding how it works.
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