Is kidney failure common among diabetic people?
Research suggests that 30% people have kidney disease along with diabetes but most will not get kidney failure.
Last updated on 24 Mar 2023
Over time, high blood sugar from diabetes can damage blood vessels in the kidneys as well as nephrons so they do not work as well as they should. Many people with diabetes also develop high blood pressure, which can damage kidneys too
It is harmful for both the kidneys and eyes.
Yes, drinking enough water could help you keep your blood sugar levels within healthy ranges. Additionally it will also prevent from dehydration.
No, being diabetic does not mean that you have a kidney disease.
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.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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