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The kidneys are a main source of concern for people with diabetes. How much do you know about these precious organs and how they work? Take our quiz and learn more.
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Question 1 of 14
How many kidneys do people normally have?
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The answer is b
While a person can function with one kidney, normally, a person has two.
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The answer is b
While a person can function with one kidney, normally, a person has two.
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Question 2 of 14
How big are your kidneys?
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The answer is B.
The kidney is a bean-shaped organ about the size of your fist.
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The answer is B.
The kidney is a bean-shaped organ about the size of your fist.
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Question 3 of 14
Where are the kidneys located?
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The answer is C.
The kidneys are found near the middle of your back, just below your ribcage.
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The answer is C.
The kidneys are found near the middle of your back, just below your ribcage.
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Question 4 of 14
What is the function of the kidneys?
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The answer is all of the above.
The kidneys are a reprocessing mechanism. They process about 120 to 150 quarts of blood each day in order to sift out about two quarts of waste products and extra water, according to the NIDDK.
The waste and extra water become urine. There is a chemical exchange taking place during this filtration process, as the kidneys return necessary chemicals to the body. This helps to maintain the proper chemical balance in the body.
The kidneys also release three important hormones: erythropoietin, which stimulates the bone marrow to make red blood cells; renin, which regulates blood pressure; and calcitriol, the active form of vitamin D, which helps maintain calcium for bones and normal chemical balance in the body.
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The answer is all of the above.
The kidneys are a reprocessing mechanism. They process about 120 to 150 quarts of blood each day in order to sift out about two quarts of waste products and extra water, according to the NIDDK.
The waste and extra water become urine. There is a chemical exchange taking place during this filtration process, as the kidneys return necessary chemicals to the body. This helps to maintain the proper chemical balance in the body.
The kidneys also release three important hormones: erythropoietin, which stimulates the bone marrow to make red blood cells; renin, which regulates blood pressure; and calcitriol, the active form of vitamin D, which helps maintain calcium for bones and normal chemical balance in the body.
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Question 5 of 14
At what percent must your kidneys operate to prevent serious health problems?
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The answer is A.
Your kidneys are operating at 100 percent if you have both of your kidneys. However, 100 percent function is not necessary to prevent serious health problems, as many people are born with one kidney, or donate one to a family member or friend. You will have serious health problems if your kidneys are functioning at less than 25 percent. If they are at 10-15 percent, you cannot live long without some form of renal replacement therapy: dialysis or transplantation.
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The answer is A.
Your kidneys are operating at 100 percent if you have both of your kidneys. However, 100 percent function is not necessary to prevent serious health problems, as many people are born with one kidney, or donate one to a family member or friend. You will have serious health problems if your kidneys are functioning at less than 25 percent. If they are at 10-15 percent, you cannot live long without some form of renal replacement therapy: dialysis or transplantation.u cannot live long without some form of renal replacement therapy: dialysis or transplantation.
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Question 6 of 14
What are the two most common causes of kidney failure?
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The answer is A.
Diabetes and high blood pressure are the top two causes of kidney failure. Both diseases have an impact on your small blood vessels, and, over time, can cause damage to the tiny blood vessels located in the nephrons of the kidney.
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The answer is A.
Diabetes and high blood pressure are the top two causes of kidney failure. Both diseases have an impact on your small blood vessels, and, over time, can cause damage to the tiny blood vessels located in the nephrons of the kidney.
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Question 7 of 14
Diabetic nephropathy occurs when excessive amounts of glucose in the bloodstream damage the nephrons of the kidneys.
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The answer is True.
If glucose stays in your blood, it attacks the nephrons, the filtering units of the kidneys.
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The answer is True.
If glucose stays in your blood, it attacks the nephrons, the filtering units of the kidneys.
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Question 8 of 14
People with diabetes or reduced kidney function should keep their blood pressure below 140/80 mm Hg.
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The answer is true.
The NIDDK recommends that people with diabetes or reduced kidney function keep their blood pressure below 140/80 Hg.
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The answer is true.
The NIDDK recommends that people with diabetes or reduced kidney function keep their blood pressure below 140/80 Hg.
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Question 9 of 14
What is an early sign of kidney disease?
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The answer is C.
An early sign of kidney disease is persistent albuminuria (trace amounts of protein in the urine). According to the ADA, some studies have found that blood sugar control could reverse this condition.
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The answer is C.
An early sign of kidney disease is persistent albuminuria (trace amounts of protein in the urine). According to the ADA, some studies have found that blood sugar control could reverse this condition.
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Question 10 of 14
Other signs of kidney disease include:
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The answer is all of these
These are all signs of kidney disease. If you have any of these symptoms, see your doctor right away.
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The answer is all of these
These are all signs of kidney disease. If you have any of these symptoms, see your doctor right away.
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Question 11 of 14
Once end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is reached, there are no treatment options.
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The answer is false.
Even with ESRD, treatment options exist. Your doctor can talk to you about undergoing dialysis, or even transplantation.
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The answer is false.
Even with ESRD, treatment options exist. Your doctor can talk to you about undergoing dialysis, or even transplantation.
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Question 12 of 14
Chronic kidney disease increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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This is true.
General loss of kidney function is called chronic kidney disease (CKD), or chronic renal insufficiency. People with CKD may go on to permanent kidney failure. They also have an increased risk of death from stroke or heart attack.
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This is true.
General loss of kidney function is called chronic kidney disease (CKD), or chronic renal insufficiency. People with CKD may go on to permanent kidney failure. They also have an increased risk of death from stroke or heart attack.
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Question 13 of 14
How can you keep your kidneys healthy, or save remaining function?
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The answer is all of the above.
These are all ways to keep your kidneys healthy, or put them back on the road to health. Talk to your doctor about the best methods of control and strategies to quit smoking. A dietitian and/or certified diabetes educator (CDE) can help you devise a healthy eating plan that suits your needs and lifestyle.
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The answer is all of the above.
These are all ways to keep your kidneys healthy, or put them back on the road to health. Talk to your doctor about the best methods of control and strategies to quit smoking. A dietitian and/or certified diabetes educator (CDE) can help you devise a healthy eating plan that suits your needs and lifestyle.
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Question 14 of 14
High-risk groups for kidney disease include:
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The answer is B.
While kidney disease can strike anyone, individuals with certain illnesses (and history of these illnesses) are more susceptible to kidney disease, as are African Americans, Hispanics, Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, and seniors (over age 65). If you fall into any of these high-risk groups, talk to your doctor about what more you can do to maintain your kidney health.
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The answer is B.
While kidney disease can strike anyone, individuals with certain illnesses (and history of these illnesses) are more susceptible to kidney disease, as are African Americans, Hispanics, Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, and seniors (over age 65). If you fall into any of these high-risk groups, talk to your doctor about what more you can do to maintain your kidney health.