Is 1.7 Creatinine level dangerous for a diabetic patient?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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Creatinine level of 1.7 is significant of mild elevation from normal range, but it alone does not dictate severity of kidney disease in Diabetic patients.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Chronic kidney disease usually progresses slowly, about half of the patients with stage 3 CKD progressed to stage 4 or 5, as assessed by eGFR, over 10 years.

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I'm really worried about my friend who just donated a kidney. She's planning to get married soon, and I'm curious if this donation could cause any health issues for her later in life. Is there anything specific she should be aware of or prepared for as she moves forward?

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