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
All the medicines prescribed by doctor are safe for the kidneys. However, if there is kidney damage then the doctors will prescribe medicines accordingly.
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.
Unfortunetely, kidney damage cannot be reversed.
Yes, drinking enough water could help you keep your blood sugar levels within healthy ranges. Additionally it will also prevent from dehydration.
The main difference is diabetes is characterised by high blood glucose levels and kidney failure means the kidneys are not working properly.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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