According to the World Health Organization, diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterised by elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar), which leads over time to serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves. If blood sugar levels are not checked, it can impact and permanently damage the body's important organs including the kidneys. Check out some early warning signs that can point to an underlying kidney issue.
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Blood sugar levels need to be kept under control because an imbalance can lead to many severe diseases. So it's essential to keep diabetes in check.
Diabetes and kidney disorders are closely connected. Diabetes, which is characterised by high blood sugar levels, can gradually impair kidney function over time.
If you have high blood sugar, you should keep monitoring your kidney health regulary. Here are some key signs that your kidneys are not in perfect shape.
While you can be tired for several issues, if you experience persistent tiredness, without any particular reason, it can be a potential sign of kidney issues. Fatigue that doesn't improve with rest may warrant a closer look.
Finding yourself needing to urinate frequently, especially during the night? It's more than just annoying, it can point to an underlying kidney disorder.
Swelling in ankles and feet can be a sign of fluid retention, often associated with kidney problems.
Hypertension or high blood pressure and kidney disorders are closely related. While high BP can affect kidneys, a kidney disorder can also lead to high blood pressure. Therefore, it's imperative to keep your BP in check.