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Can diabetes affect my kidney health?
Can diabetes affect my kidney health?
Can diabetes affect my kidney health?
Yes, diabetes can affect your kidneys health hence you are recommended to keep checking them with KFT tests every six months.
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
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
What can I do to help prevent kidney disease if I have diabetes?
To prevent kidney diseases diabetics should consume less salt and ensure that their kidneys are working fine by doing a KFT test regularly.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
How does diabetes attack in kidney patients?
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
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
What does the presence of glucose in urine indicate?
Large amount of glucose in urine indicates that one has diabetes. N
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