Diabetes and fatigue seems to be work together forming an unlikely partnership against us. We kept on wondering why we are so tired all the time. Not knowing that most diabetics who do not manage their diabetes well tend to complain of diabetes fatigue and always seems to be wonder - why? Why? Diabetes fatigue or tiredness is one of the first signs of diabetes and must in all instances be taken seriously.

Fatigue occurs when the body does not have, for whatever reasons, enough insulin to convert the blood glucose into energy for the cells or muscle tissue of the body to use to power itself.  In diabetes type 1 fatigue result because the pancreas does not produce any insulin at all. This creates a situation where there is glucose in the blood but no insulin for it to be absorbed by the cells. In diabetes type 2 the quantity of insulin is insufficient to fulfil the body’s requirements. This again causes excess glucose to be in the blood stream and not enough in the cell and muscle tissues for energy.

With diabetes, fatigue is mainly caused by kidney Yang deficiency. It affects many aspects of health including core energy, sexual energy, lower back strength, knee strength, hair and reproduction. 'Yang' refers to the heat and energetic Qi of our bodies in Chinese medicine. Many who are kidney deficient have a drop in energy. Anxiety, panic attacks and fear are also signs of kidney deficiency. Kidney Yang deficiency could also be marked by cold feet and hands, and general coldness of the body.

If you have the Symptoms of Diabetes--Fatigue, we would say herbal medicine is a safe and effective form of treatment. At TCM Window, we offer relaxing treatments and expert guidance through the whole process. We specialize in different kinds of chronic and difficult miscellaneous diseases, we offer the best possible care in a peaceful and welcoming environment. If you would want our expert to create a TCM diagnosis, please fill out the health form as requested.