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Do medicines for diabetes cause kidney issues?
Do medicines for diabetes cause kidney issues?
Do medicines for diabetes cause kidney issues?
All the medicines prescribed by doctor are safe for the kidneys. However, if there is kidney damage then the doctors will prescribe medicines accordingly.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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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
How are kidney failure and diabetes linked?
Research suggests that 30% people have kidney disease along with diabetes but most will not get kidney failure.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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 09 Dec 2024
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