People with diabetes have a much higher risk for fracture. Skeletal deterioration is a complication of diabetes that is under-appreciated. People with diabetes have subtle differences in the microscopic architecture of the cortical bone, an increase in the volume of pores, which can weaken the bone increasing the chance for fracture. These microscopic changes are not picked up on the typical bone density tests; therefore, clinicians and patients need to be aware of the increased risk for fractures in patients with diabetes.

There are many commonly believed myths about diabetes in our community, leading to increased risk of misdiagnosis or stigma. To offer some clarity, we’ve tackled five of the most common myths about diabetes here.