Will the kidney of a diabetic patient (Type 2) be affected?
Yes, over time if blood glucose levels are unmanaged then kidneys will be affected.
Last updated on 24 Mar 2023
Yes, drinking enough water could help you keep your blood sugar levels within healthy ranges. Additionally it will also prevent from dehydration.
Yes, glucose is present in traces.
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
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
To prevent kidney diseases diabetics should consume less salt and ensure that their kidneys are working fine by doing a KFT test regularly.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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