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WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT FOR PEOPLE WITH DIABETES TO CONTROL THEIR BLOOD PRESSURE AND CHOLESTEROL AS WELL? QUESTION 45

Why is it so important for people with diabetes to control their blood pressure and cholesterol as well?

It is very important for people to control their blood pressure and cholesterol because of the increased risk of vascular disease carried by people with diabetes (see Question 35). High blood pressure and abnormal levels of cholesterol and other blood fats are frequently found in people with diabetes and contribute additional risk for vascular disease.