In a new story, a group of scientists from all over the world worked together to help people with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease.
They knew that kidney disease is a common complication of diabetes and can cause kidney failure, which can be very dangerous.
So, they wanted to find a way to predict whether and how fast kidney disease would get worse in people with diabetes.
The scientists were led by Rainer Oberbauer and Mariella Gregorich from MedUni Vienna.
They used data from big international studies to create a tool that could estimate how much kidney function a person with type 2 diabetes might lose in the next five years.
They looked at 13 different factors, including age, gender, body mass index, smoking, and medication use, to make their predictions.
The scientists found that their tool could predict kidney function loss based on a measurement called estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR).
This measurement is often used to monitor kidney function in people with diabetes.
By using their tool, doctors could identify patients who were at risk of losing kidney function and start treatment to prevent it from happening.
However, the scientists also found that there were still some unknown factors that could affect the course of kidney disease in people with diabetes.
Chronic kidney disease is a serious problem for people with diabetes, but it often doesn’t have any symptoms in the early stages.
That’s why early detection and management are so important.
By using tools like the one developed by these scientists, doctors can monitor their patients’ kidney function and identify problems early, when they are easier to treat.
The scientists’ research is an essential step towards improving the care of people with diabetes and kidney disease.
The tool they developed will help doctors provide better care and prevent kidney failure in people with diabetes.
How to prevent complications in diabetes
Preventing complications in diabetes is crucial for maintaining good health and avoiding serious health problems. Here are some ways to prevent complications:
Control blood sugar levels: High blood sugar levels can damage organs and blood vessels, leading to complications. Keeping blood sugar levels within a healthy range can reduce the risk of complications.
Follow a healthy diet: A healthy diet that is low in sugar, saturated and trans fats, and salt can help manage blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of complications.
Exercise regularly: Exercise helps to control blood sugar levels and improves overall health. Experts recommend getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week.
Monitor blood pressure: High blood pressure can increase the risk of complications in people with diabetes. Regularly monitoring blood pressure and taking steps to keep it within a healthy range can reduce the risk of complications.
Quit smoking: Smoking can increase the risk of complications in people with diabetes. Quitting smoking can significantly reduce this risk.
Get regular check-ups: Regular check-ups with healthcare providers are essential to monitor blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, and to identify any complications early.
Take medications as prescribed: Medications can help manage blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of complications. It is essential to take medications as prescribed by a healthcare provider.
By following these tips, people with diabetes can reduce their risk of developing complications and improve their overall health and well-being.
It’s important to work with a healthcare provider to develop a comprehensive treatment plan based on individual needs and circumstances.
If you care about diabetes, please read studies that MIND diet may reduce risk of vision loss disease, and Vitamin D could benefit people with diabetic neuropathic pain.
For more information about diabetes, please see recent studies that Vitamin E could help reduce blood sugar and insulin resistance in diabetes, and results showing eating eggs in a healthy diet may reduce risks of diabetes, high blood pressure.
The study was conducted by Mariella Gregorich et al and published in JAMA Network Open.
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