Does diabetes cause renal failure?
A friend of mine who has diabetes for a long time recently got diagnosed with kidney issues. I'm newly diagnosed myself, and I'm worried. Can diabetes directly lead to renal (kidney) failure?
A friend of mine who has diabetes for a long time recently got diagnosed with kidney issues. I'm newly diagnosed myself, and I'm worried. Can diabetes directly lead to renal (kidney) failure?
Yes, uncontrolled diabetes is one of the main causes of kidney failure, and dialysis is extremely expensive. It is much wiser and cheaper to get a serum creatinine and microalbuminuria test done every year, which costs under 500 rupees, to catch any kidney issues early.
Oh god, this is my biggest fear! Every time my sugar levels go up, I start panicking about kidney damage and renal failure. I always keep checking my feet for swelling and drink water constantly. If you are worried, please get your kidney function test done to put your mind at ease.
It definitely can because high glucose puts too much pressure on the kidneys' filtering system. Along with diet, regular walking and mild exercise can help lower your overall insulin resistance and protect your organs. Just make sure to consult your doctor before starting any heavy routine.
I completely understand how terrifying the thought of renal failure is; I used to lose sleep over this. It is a very scary reality of diabetes, but please know that you can prevent it. Keeping your blood sugar and blood pressure under control really reduces the risk.
Bro, yes, high sugar levels can mess up your kidneys over time. My uncle had to go on dialysis because he never controlled his diabetes. Don't ignore your high sugar readings, keep them under control with medicine and physical activity.
Thinking about diabetes causing kidney failure is what keeps me awake at 3 AM. It is a very real threat because those tiny blood vessels in the kidneys get fried by high sugar. I guess we both need to stop eating late-night sweets and get our levels checked.
Yes, chronic high blood sugar damages the filters in your kidneys, which can lead to irreversible renal failure. I developed early kidney disease due to neglected diabetes. Please see a nephrologist or your regular doctor immediately for kidney function tests.
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