Diabetic Kidney Disease / Diabetic Nephropathy

Creator: Dr. Reeja Tharu
Keywords: nephrologist, micro-albuminuria,

Written by - Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Jasmine Sethi, MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM Nephrology

Last Updated on Sep 17, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who treats diabetic nephropathy?

A nephrologist treats diabetic nephropathy

2. How often must diabetics check for microalbuminuria?

They should be screened on a yearly basis.

3. How can diabetic nephropathy be prevented?

Prevent diabetic nephropathy by:

Keeping your blood sugar under control
Maintaining healthy weight
Eating healthy
Exercising regularly
Taking the required medications regularly

4. How often should blood or urine tests be undertaken by patient with Diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes for 5 years – urine test every year
Juvenile diabetes – screening from puberty
Type 2 diabetes - yearly testing after diagnosis

Published on Dec 03, 2014
Last Updated on Sep 17, 2024

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Jean_George123 - Apr 27, 2017

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