Diabetic Nephropathy

Diabetic Nephropathy: Causes

Pathogenesis (disease development) Diabetic nephropathy is a secondary disease of diabetes mellitus (diabetes). Due to inadequately controlled blood glucose metabolism, the clinical picture develops over many years (on average 15-30 years), and approximately 20-30% of all patients with diabetes develop it during their lifetime. The exact pathophysiology of diabetic nephropathy is not yet fully understood. … Diabetic Nephropathy: Causes

Diabetic Nephropathy: Therapy

General measures Avoid chronic hyperglycemia. Blood pressure should be optimally adjusted. Blood lipids (blood fats) should be controlled and, if necessary, brought to a low level. Any concomitant medical conditions should be carefully monitored and treated. Nicotine restriction (abstaining from tobacco use). Limited alcohol consumption (men: max. 25 g alcohol per day; women: max. 12 … Diabetic Nephropathy: Therapy