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Does being diabetic mean you have a kidney disease?

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Does being diabetic mean you have a kidney disease?

No, being diabetic does not mean that you have a kidney disease.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Does drinking water help high blood sugar?

Yes, drinking enough water could help you keep your blood sugar levels within healthy ranges. Additionally it will also prevent from dehydration.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why is bubbly urine considered a sign of diabetes?

If your blood glucose levels are too high, the kidneys will have trouble filtering the blood properly. This can allow glucose and protein molecules from the blood to end up in the urine, which can cause foaming

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is the correlation between diabetes and kidney disease?

People with diabetes have high glycemia which makes the kidneys weak and prone to damage hence there is a direct relation between diabetes and kidney disease.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How does high blood glucose damage the kidneys?

Over time, high sugar levels in the blood can cause these vessels to become narrow and clogged. Without enough blood, the kidneys become damaged and albumin (a type of protein) passes through these filters and is found in urine which can be detected in urine test.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is the difference between diabetes and kidney failure?

The main difference is diabetes is characterised by high blood glucose levels and kidney failure means the kidneys are not working properly.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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