What is the significance of increased creatinine level in a diabetic patient?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am a 56 year old male. I was told that my creatinine level is 2.3 after my last HbA1c. I am type 2 diabetic. I am now on Atkins diet to reduce dramatically lower carbohydrates. What is the significance of increased creatinine level? What is considered as a critical level? Please explain so that I can get some sort of a deeper understanding. I have also increased drinking water. I do not smoke or drink. I am not using any drugs too. Thank you.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. A rise in serum creatinine level in a diabetic person towards the development of diabetic nephropathy. Yes, increased serum creatinine requires alarming as this can further progress into end-stage renal disease.To further evaluate your condition, it is recommended to undergo an ultrasound of the abdomen, repeat kidney function tests, and urine examination. It is important to maintain normal blood sugar and blood pressure levels. Moreover, you would need to take renal safe medicines for diabetes and high blood pressure. Once these investigations are completed, please provide the reports and your current medication list for further evaluation and guidance.
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