Worldwide, illnesses like type 2 diabetes and cognitive impairment are very common. In recent years, studies have found that diabetes can cause dementia. Though it is not always the case, being aware of the connection between diabetes and memory loss can help everyone understand how to treat and prevent these disorders.
Health Shots reached out to Dr Sandeep Kharab, Senior Consultant Diabetologist at Asian Hospital, and Dr Neha Kapoor, Senior Consultant Neurologist at Asian Hospital, to understand the link between diabetes and memory loss and how you can protect your brain from the damage.