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Will the kidney of a diabetic patient (Type 2) be affected?
Will the kidney of a diabetic patient (Type 2) be affected?
Will the kidney of a diabetic patient (Type 2) be affected?
Yes, over time if blood glucose levels are unmanaged then kidneys will be affected.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Related Questions
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
Can I, at least, drink water while fasting for a blood test?
Yes, you can sip some amount of water and not drink a large amount.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
How does diabetes affect the kidneys?
Most people with diabetic kidney disease do not have symptoms. The only way to know if you have diabetic kidney disease is to get your kidneys checked via blood tests.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
I have diabetes. Can I do the kidney function test?
Yes, you can perform KFT every 3 months.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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
GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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