Diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage)

Diabetic nephropathy is a serious complication of diabetes. Many diabetics develop this complication after a duration 15-20 years.

How to suspect diabetic nephropathy

1. Appearance of albumin in urine which is detected by " Urine albumin test".

2. Rise in blood urea & serum creatinine levels.

Control of sugar is very important & a Nephrologist ( Kidney specialist) should be consulted. If neglected, it may lead to renal (kidney) failure & may need "dialysis". Dialysis may be needed on multiple occasions. This helps in maintaining electrolyte balance of body. Thus it prevents acidosis.