Question 1

how is diabetic kidney disease treated?

Accepted Answer

Several ways: The simple answer is, control your diabetes and control your blood pressure. In terms of blood pressure this usually involves a type of medicine called ace inhibitors.

Question 2

what exactly is diabetic kidney disease?

Accepted Answer

Protein in urine: Diabetes affects kidneys in several ways, causes leakage of protein especially Albumin in the urine and causes reduction in the filtration rate of the kidneys. Over time the kidney becomes more scarred and BP becomes difficult to control. Diabetes is the most common cause of kidney disease requiring dialysis and transplantation. Regular follow with your primary care physician is important.

Question 3

how is diabetic kidney disease diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Lab tests: Urine should be checked for protein once a year with a test for microscopic levels of Albumin (often called micro-albumin).  Blood should be checked for BUN (blood urea nitrogen) to measure the levels of nitrogen-containing waste levels.  Higher levels mean the kidney is not as efficient as it should be.  A calculated value called egfr reflects the kidneys' ability to remove waste products.

Question 4

what are the signs of diabetic kidney disease?

Accepted Answer

None: Diabetes can hurt the kidneys and not be detectable on urine or blood test. In fact, studies have been done on diabetes patients who have normal kidney test, yet biopsies of these patients show damage.  Diabetic retinopathy correlates with diabetic nephropathy. Studies have shown ace inhibitors to be protective of kidneys on both normotensive and hypertensive patients.

Question 5

what problems does diabetic kidney disease cause?

Accepted Answer

LowProtein/HighWaste: Protein loss into the urine can cause low protein levels in the blood, and lead to swelling in the feet and ankles late in the day, and around the face in the morning.  High levels of waste products and potassium and low levels of calcium can cause fatigue, weakness, heart problems, bone problems, and sudden death.  Dialysis is needed to correct these imbalances.

Question 6

what's the most effective way to treat diabetic kidney disease?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes control: The best way to treat all the complications of diabetes is to control the diabetes as closely as possible.  You should also be seen by a kidney specialist (nephrologist) to learn about diet and medication for that specific problem.

Question 7

how many people with diabetic kidney disease develop total kidney failure?

Accepted Answer

20-40%: About 40% of type 1 diabetes patients with kidney disease will develop kidney failure within 20 years without strict blood pressure and glucose control. About 20% of type 2 diabetes patients with kidney disease will develop kidney failure within 20 years, but blood pressure control has seemed to be less effective in completely stopping progression in these patients.

Question 8

had a succesful kidney transplant after losing a kidney to diabetic kidney disease. will i still suffer with the new one?

Accepted Answer

Kidney transplant: Diabetes is still present so your new kidney is not inmune to its effects.

Question 9

two days ago, my uncle was diagnosed with diabetes. but he has chronic kidney disease. which antidiabetic drug is best for patients with ckd?

Accepted Answer

: Why does he need an antibiotic. All meds taken by him should be supervised his doctor.

Question 10

is diabetic retinopathy and kidney disease related to one another?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Bothare common complications of long term diabetes esp if control has been poor.

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