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Are diabetes and anemia related?

Are diabetes and anemia related?

Diabetes can contribute to anemia through reducing absorption of iron, gastrointestinal bleeding and through diabetic complications that cause anemia

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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What is the link, if any, between anemia and chronic renal failure?

Yes, there is a link chronic kidney diseases and kidney failure can cause anemia. This is because their kidneys cannot make enough erythropoietin which causes their red blood cells to drop and anemia.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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Why is jaggery considered good for kidney patients?

Jaggery is a good source of iron and sugar which resolves anemia problems in patients with kidney disorders. This is reason why jaggery is recommended in patients living with mild to chronic kidney disorders.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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What does eGFR mean in the blood work report?

The estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is a test that measures your level of kidney function and determines your stage of kidney disease

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Chronic Kidney Disease Can Cause Anemia?

Yes, because the kidneys cannot make enough erythropoitin which leads to a drop in red blood cell production which can cause anemia.

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Can kidney failure cause anemia?

Yes, chronic kidney diseases and kidney failure can cause anemia. This is because their kidneys cannot make enough erythropoietin which causes their red blood cells to drop and anemia.

Last updated on 17 May 2023

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