Is kidney failure common among diabetic people?
Research suggests that 30% people have kidney disease along with diabetes but most will not get kidney failure.
Last updated on 24 Mar 2023
No, being diabetic does not mean that you have a kidney disease.
Yes, drinking enough water could help you keep your blood sugar levels within healthy ranges. Additionally it will also prevent from dehydration.
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
You can control creatinine in the blood by consuming less salt and protein. Do not forget to increase fiber intake.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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