Do medicines for diabetes cause kidney issues?
All the medicines prescribed by doctor are safe for the kidneys. However, if there is kidney damage then the doctors will prescribe medicines accordingly.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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.
Yes, drinking enough water could help you keep your blood sugar levels within healthy ranges. Additionally it will also prevent from dehydration.
No, being diabetic does not mean that you have a kidney disease.
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
You can control creatinine in the blood by consuming less salt and protein. Do not forget to increase fiber intake.
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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