Long healing of wounds and abrasions indicates type 2 diabetes mellitus. This was announced by doctor and TV presenter Alexander Myasnikov on the air of the program “About the Most Important Thing” on “Russia 1”.
For people who already have this diagnosis, the doctor advises to intensively reduce their sugar levels – if they got hurt.
—You can’t control [healing], control it at least at the moment with insulin. Keep your sugar low for at least two to three weeks– recommends Myasnikov.
Also, prolonged healing of wounds and abrasions may indicate venous insufficiency and a general decrease in immunity.
Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in which the level of glucose in the blood is increased due to lack of insulin effectiveness. General signs of the disease:
- One of the main signs of type 2 diabetes is elevated blood glucose levels, which can be detected by a blood test.
- Frequent thirst and urination.
- Increased appetite, accompanied by a constant feeling of hunger.
- Fatigue and weakness.
- Slow wound healing.
- Vision problems.
Causes of type 2 diabetes:
Improper nutrition, rich in fatty and high-calorie foods, as well as excessive consumption of sugar and carbohydrates.
Lack of physical activity and a sedentary lifestyle.
Heredity plays a role in the development of type 2 diabetes. If you have close family members with this disease, your risk of developing type 2 diabetes may be higher.
Insulin resistance. This is a condition in which the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, resulting in high blood sugar levels. One of the main reasons for the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Overweight and obesity. Excess body fat can lead to insulin resistance and impaired glucose processing.
The risk of developing type 2 diabetes increases with age. The doctor admits that in recent years the disease has sharply “rejuvenated.”
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Alexander Myasnikov Medicine cardiologist, general practitioner