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Is diabetes more harmful to the eyes or the kidneys, and why?
Is diabetes more harmful to the eyes or the kidneys, and why?
Is diabetes more harmful to the eyes or the kidneys, and why?
It is harmful for both the kidneys and eyes.
Last updated on 24 Mar 2023
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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 24 Mar 2023
Is it possible to heal your kidneys when you are diabetic?
Yes, one can consume less salt and drink adequate water to maintain kidneys health. However, in case of kidney damage then one cannot heal the kidneys back to normalcy hence ensure you take care of them well.
Last updated on 24 Mar 2023
How does diabetes impact kidney function?
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 24 Mar 2023
How does diabetes mellitus affect the kidneys?
Diabetes melitus can cause the vessels to become narrow and clogged. Without enough blood, the kidneys become damaged and albumin (a type of protein) passes through these filters and ends up in the urine where it should not be.
Last updated on 24 Mar 2023
What is the normal value for glucose in urine?
Glucose in urine is upto 25mg/dl
Last updated on 24 Mar 2023
GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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- 10- 12 Hr fasting is required