Introduction
Most Indians think diabetes only affects sugar levels. But the truth is far more serious. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of heart disease and heart attacks in India. At MV Diabetes, nearly 40% of patients with long-term diabetes show early signs of heart-related complications.
1. Why Diabetes Damages the Heart
High sugar levels damage blood vessels over time. This leads to:
- Hardening of arteries
- Cholesterol build-up
- High blood pressure
- Reduced blood flow to the heart
This increases the risk of heart attack.
2. Warning Signs of Heart Disease in Diabetics
Symptoms include:
- Chest pain
- Breathlessness
- Fatigue
- Swelling in legs
- Heart palpitations
3. How Diabetes Increases Heart Attack Risk
Because diabetics often:
- Have higher cholesterol
- Have higher blood pressure
- Develop thicker blood vessels
- Experience inflammation
4. Preventing Heart Disease in Diabetes
- Keep HbA1c below 7
- Monitor cholesterol
- Maintain healthy weight
- Avoid smoking
- Exercise regularly
- Control blood pressure
At MV Diabetes, we offer Cardio-Diabetic Screening, designed to detect early heart damage.
Conclusion
You can’t reverse the damage diabetes causes to the heart — but you CAN prevent it from progressing. Regular check-ups at a diabetic specialty hospital are essential.
