Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy

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Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy


Diabetic Nephropathy What is Diabetic Nephropathy? Diabetic nephropathy occurs as a result of long-term diabetes. It mainly damages the normal filtering capabilities of the kidney. Diabetes impairs normal kidney function. This phenomenon triggers the accumulation of waste materials and fluids in the body. Is Diabetic Nephropathy dangerous? Yes, diabetic nephropathy is extremely dangerous and the advanced stage of this medical condition can be life-threatening. Uncontrolled diabetes can damage not only the kidneys but also the cardiovascular system. Its end-stage is diabetic nephropathy which can lead to kidney failure along with kidney damage.


Symptoms And Signs Of Diabetic Nephropathy What are the different symptoms and signs of Diabetic Nephropathy? The various signs and symptoms of diabetic nephropathy are given below The following are its main indications:  Sudden change in blood pressure  Swelling of the limbs  Vomiting  Presence of protein in the urine  Its main symptoms are the following:  Tiredness  Loss of appetite  Lack of urine  Getting nausea  Mental confusion  Itchy body


What are the causes of Diabetic Nephropathy? Diabetic nephropathy occurs as a result of long-term diabetes. Blood pressure increases as the level of sugar in the blood increases. This raised blood pressure damages the small blood vessels or glomeruli of the kidney. Loss in the filtering abilities of the kidneys can lead to some dangerous complications, including kidney failure. What are the risk factors for Diabetic Nephropathy? There are many factors that can increase the risk of diabetic nephropathy by impairing the normal filtering abilities of the kidney and those factors are mentioned below: •Type 1 and type 2 diabetes •Hyperglycemia •High blood pressure •Smoking habit even after having diabetes •High cholesterol level •Genetic i.e. diabetes and any type of kidney disease in the family

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