text: She might need to be on insulin and/or medications to control her Blood Sugar Level (BSL) adequately - its especially so in case of Diabetes in young people. \n\nIt is very important to have strict control of the BSL. Without adequate control, many of the body's organs start getting damaged within a few years- these include the eyes, kidneys, limbs and the nervous system. Eventually the damage may become very severe and it may lead to blindness and the person may need to be on dialysis for life.\n\nBut with a good control over the BSL right from the beginning, a person can lead a virtually normal and healthy life. One may need to bring about a few lifestyle changes such as exercise and diet control too, but doing so ensures a complication free life.\n\nSo make your friend understand this point that although Diabetes has severe complications, with strict BSL control and routine check-ups, one can delay or even prevent most of these complications. Once the damage is done, it cannot be reversed. \n\nSo better to be safe than sorry... get her to visit her doc- he/she will explain in greater detail about this.