Does diabetes type 2 mean chronic kidney disease?
No detection of diabetes type2 does not mean chronic kidney disease.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Yes, over time if blood glucose levels are unmanaged then kidneys will be affected.
You can control creatinine in the blood by consuming less salt and protein. Do not forget to increase fiber intake.
To prevent kidney diseases diabetics should consume less salt and ensure that their kidneys are working fine by doing a KFT test regularly.
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.
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.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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