Diabetes 'rewires' the brain in surprising way, study finds
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Diabetes is known to cause many medical issues, from heart disease to vision problems — and now a new study suggests it could also impact memory and other cognitive functions.
"Diabetes may be altering the brain similarly to early stages of Alzheimer’s disease," said lead researcher and UNLV psychology professor James Hyman in the release. "Diabetes may be altering the brain similarly to early stages of Alzheimer’s disease." "This kind of research opens new avenues not just for Alzheimer's patients, but also for other diseases that impact the brain." "Be patient and understand that the disease has rewired your brain." Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.
"Further research is needed, but these findings have the potential to help researchers unlock clues to improved diagnostic or treatment strategies for the disease."
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