Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a serious complication of diabetes that often goes unnoticed in its early stages. In this episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, hosts Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman, both endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes, provide an in-depth exploration of CKD in diabetes. They discuss the prevalence, screening methods, and latest treatment options for diabetic kidney disease, focusing on type 1 diabetes. Dr. Edelman also shares his personal experience managing CKD.

In this episode, we will talk about:

• The prevalence and impact of kidney disease in type 1 diabetes
• How diabetes affects kidney function
• Screening tests for diabetic kidney disease: eGFR and UACR
• Understanding the stages of chronic kidney disease
• The ABCs of diabetes management for kidney health: A1C, Blood pressure, and Cholesterol
• Lifestyle factors in preventing and managing kidney disease
• Medications to use and avoid with kidney disease
• The role of ACE inhibitors and SGLT2 inhibitors in kidney protection
• Challenges and considerations for people with type 1 diabetes regarding new kidney treatments
• Dr. Steve Edelman's personal journey with CKD
• The importance of proactive management and regular monitoring

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