Diabetes affects blood vessels as well as blood sugar. Over time it can contribute to coronary artery disease, heart failure and other cardiovascular complications, sometimes with fewer classic warning symptoms.
That is why chest discomfort, breathlessness or reduced exercise capacity in a person with diabetes deserves prompt attention. Preventive review is also reasonable even when you feel well, especially if blood pressure or cholesterol are raised.
Cardiology care coordinates with diabetes treatment rather than replacing it. The focus is symptom assessment, risk-factor control and a follow-up plan that fits the rest of your medical care.
Bring recent sugar records, lipid reports and your medicine list to the consultation. They make the visit more useful.
Sudden severe chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, or symptoms of a possible heart attack require immediate emergency medical attention. Please call local emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department. This website does not provide emergency care.