What is Diabetic Nephropathy?
Diabetic nephropathy is kidney damage caused by diabetes.
High blood sugar over time can harm the tiny blood vessels in your kidneys.
Kidneys normally filter waste and extra fluid from your blood. When damaged, they don’t work as well.
Signs & Symptoms
Early stages may not cause symptoms. As the disease progresses, you may notice:
Swelling in legs, ankles, or feet
Frothy (foamy) urine
Tiredness or weakness
Poor appetite or nausea
Difficulty sleeping
How is it Detected?
Urine test – checks for protein (albumin)
Blood test – measures kidney function (creatinine, eGFR)
Blood pressure check – since high BP worsens kidney damage
Risk Factors
You are more likely to develop kidney disease if you:
Have uncontrolled diabetes
Have high blood pressure
Smoke
Have high cholesterol
Have a family history of kidney disease
How to Protect Your Kidneys
✅ Control blood sugar – take medicines regularly, monitor sugars
✅ Control blood pressure – keep it below target (usually <130/80 mmHg)
✅ Healthy diet –
Reduce salt
Limit red meat & fried foods
Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains
✅ Stay active – at least 30 minutes of exercise most days
✅ Quit smoking – smoking speeds up kidney damage
✅ Take prescribed medicines – some (like ACE inhibitors/ARBs) help protect kidneys
✅ Regular check-ups – urine & blood tests as advised by your doctor
Treatment
Early stages: lifestyle changes + medicines to control sugar and blood pressure
Advanced stages: may need dialysis or kidney transplant
When to Contact Your Doctor
Call your doctor if you notice:
Sudden swelling of feet/legs
Less urine than usual
Shortness of breath
Severe tiredness or vomiting
Key Message
You can slow or prevent kidney damage by controlling your blood sugar, blood pressure, and living a healthy lifestyle. Regular check-ups are very important.
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