Diabetes and high blood pressure often occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney damage. High blood sugar harms blood vessels and causes fluid retention, raising blood pressure.
Relation between Hypertension (BP) and Diabetes
Diabetes occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin or cannot use the insulin it makes effectively. This leads to high blood sugar, which over time damages blood vessels throughout the body. One of the most common complications is high blood pressure (hypertension), which increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. Studies show that about two-thirds of people with diabetes also have high blood pressure, and their risk of heart-related issues is much higher than those without these conditions
