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Old 12-22-2010, 11:12 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by Steve Dallas View Post
I did, but just didn't put it together...Let's just say I was a little muzzy that week. I've been tested for diabetes every year because I have the risk factor in my family, and it's been about 9 months since the last time. I've always been thirsty, but what I didn't clue in on was how often I needed to go to the bathroom...which was a symptom of failing kidneys.
Not necessarily. You're kidneys can only re-absorb glucose up to a blood level of 120. Anything more, and you end up urinating the excess sugar out, along with water. Hopefully, your kidney function is not impaired. Just keep tight control of your glucose level from now on .
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