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Nephropathy, diabetic
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Condition in which the kidneys become damaged as a result of diabetes
Symptoms may include lower leg and foot swelling with ulcers
Cause unknown but occurs as a result of long-term diabetes
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females
Can occur at any age
May be mild in early stages
May be life threatening
Treatments
Avoid smoking and alcohol
Maintain a healthy diet and limit your salt and protein intake
Exercise regularly
Keep a healthy weight
Pay very close attention to your blood sugar levels to keep them under control
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