Will Diabetes Lead to Memory Loss

Diabetes is already known as a chronic disorder that can damage blood vessels to multiple organs, such as heart, brain, kidneys, nerves and feet. Adding to these problems is a recent study which suggests that people living with Diabetes in prolonging course may find themselves have reduced memory and thinking ability. The link between Diabetes and memory loss attracts concerns among the specialists and the patients.

How is Diabetes associated to memory loss? As we know, Diabetes is a condition in which the body is unable to produce the hormone insulin, which converts the sugar in the body into energies. As is addressed by leading medical experts, Diabetes can increase risk of memory loss due to its ability to affect cerebral blood vessels and the body. Side effects of Diabetes can also impair one’s learning and reasoning abilities especially if Diabetes is not controlled in time.

It is suggested the elderly with Diabetes are more susceptible for memory loss. From the age 65, an average individual’s brain starts to shrink about one percent each year, but for a person with Diabetes the incidence can reach up to 12%. Diabetes can cause chronic inflammation of the brain in the elderly. The inflammation affects blood vessels and gradually weakens brain tissues.

More researches are one the way to detect whether early diagnosis and detection can help or reduce the risk of reduced memory stemming from Diabetes. Undoubtedly, for people with Diabetes, keeping track of blood sugar levels, regular exercise, healthy eating and medications are basic measures to reduce their risks of getting complications and live healthier and happier lives.