Diabetes and Kidney Disease
Posted on May 31, 2022
Did you know that diabetes can cause kidney disease? The kidneys are small organs with a big mission: to filter waste and extra water from
blood. They also produce several hormones that help control blood pressure, make red blood cells and activate vitamin D. All of these functions are vital to good health.
According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes can damage the kidneys’ blood filtering system. High levels of blood glucose (blood sugar) can make the kidneys filter too much blood. This puts a strain on the filters, eventually damaging the kidneys and causing kidney disease.
If you have diabetes, be sure to talk to your doctor about your kidney health and any concerns you may have. Learn more at https://www.diabetes.org/diabetes/chronic-kidney-disease.
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