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As "junk" (in the case of diabetics, probably crystallized sugar) builds up in the glomerular arteries, it gets progressively more difficult for the kidneys to filter water. This increases capillary hydrostatic pressure, ultimately to the point where it is forced out of the capillaries and into the lymph.
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What is the icd9 code for diabetic nephropathy?
250.40
What is diabetic nephropathy?
Diabetic nephropathy is the damage caused to the kidneys (the renal system) due to persistent high levels of glucose in the blood as happens in Diabetes.
Diabetic nephropathy usually has symptoms early on?
False
What type of disease is diabetic nephropathy?
Diabetic nephropathy is a disease that appears in people who have suffered from diabetes mellitus for a long period of time. It is a disease of the kidneys that eventually forces dialysis.
Do ace inhibitors cause hypokalemia?
It could. If its a diabetic patient who has raised serum postassium due to diabetic nephropathy then ace inhibitor can improve his diabetic nephropathy leading to hypokalemia.... BUT it DOESNT cause hypokalemia directly... instead it leads to hyperkalemia...
Is ketoacidosis diabetic retinopathy and nephropathy may be complications of iddm?
FALSE
What medication can be used to treat high blood pressure in someone who has diabetic nephropathy?
Typically ACE inhibitors are used.
Can someone have diabetic nephropathy without having diabeties?
Yes, It is not frequent but multiple case reports. G. Vergara, M.D.
Why does shivering due to diabetes occur?
many times shivering is caused from having had low sugars. Some diabets shiver when their sugars start to come back up. Many times they will not feel well for two or more days after this occures. My wife has had diabetes for 45 years.
When can lymphedema occur after a mastectomy?
This complication can arise at any time, even years after surgery.
What is gouty nephropathy?
nephropathy
What causes a breast lymphedema?
Primary lymphedema is an inherited condition, where the patient is born without lymph vessels and nodes. The swelling associated with primary lymphedema usually occurs during adolescence and affects the foot or calf.
