Diabetes is turning into a global health problem with over 500 million affected persons, a constituent factor. According to the International Diabetes Federation, one-third of those suffering from diabetes will develop some form of kidney damage; but as patients reach their advanced stages, most remain oblivious to the risks. So far, the figures continue soaring. […]
Diabetes is turning into a global health problem with over 500 million affected persons, a constituent factor. According to the International Diabetes Federation, one-third of those suffering from diabetes will develop some form of kidney damage; but as patients reach their advanced stages, most remain oblivious to the risks. So far, the figures continue soaring. In reality, it is still an important aim at such a time as the damage that this disease could cause is no longer potentially reversible.
Diabetes and kidney health are so deeply related that diabetic kidney disease, also known as diabetic nephropathy, is one of the most common complications that arises in both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. In this blog, we are going to discuss how diabetes affects the kidneys and why early screening is important. This blog elaborates further on how to manage one’s diabetes and thus have healthy kidneys.
There are many reasons why the risk of diabetic kidney disease is higher.
Diabetes, unless properly controlled, will damage the kidneys for a long period through alteration in the high blood sugar.
Diabetes often brings on high blood pressure that further puts stress on the kidneys.
Continuous exposure to high blood sugar leads to inflammation, which destroys microscopic blood vessels in kidneys
Albumin and other proteins leak into the urine when the diabetic patient begins to experience damage of kidneys. This is one of the earliest features of kidney damage.
Other risk factors for the cardiovascular diseases, such as obesity and cholesterol, will naturally lead to a worsening effect on the kidneys.
Glomeruli, the smallest filters the kidneys have are slowly destroyed because of too much glucose in the blood and too much pressure inside the blood.
Those who have family history of kidney disease or those suffering from complications resulting from diabetic nephropathy also tend to acquire kidney damage.
Even though it is one of the most prevalent characteristics of type 2 diabetics, obesity strains not just the kidneys but also the cardiovascular system.
Diabetes may result in inappropriate cholesterol in blood, which deteriorates the kidney blood vessels.
Some practical tips on how to either prevent or slow down the development of kidney damage are:
We, at Blue Bliss Hospital, offer personalized care and counseling for you to manage your diabetes and take proper care of your kidneys. We are here to help you stay on track and in charge of the tools and resources that you will need to be able to take care of your health. Don’t wait for symptoms to appear—you may have diabetes. If the means are through regular screening, individually tailored treatment plans, or lifestyle support, seek an appointment with our medical team today and begin ensuring that your kidneys will stay healthy for many more years.
