The systems and organs in our bodies are interconnected, which is why
chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, CKD, cardiovascular disease and
obesity may often coexist1-4. In the last episode of our
animated series on type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, we dive
into what your care plan might look like to tackle your CKD and
improve your overall wellbeing.
If you catch CKD early, you can slow down and even prevent its
progression to more severe stages of the disease5.
As early signs of CKD can go unnoticed, if you have type 2 diabetes,
it is important to be aware that other chronic diseases can increase
your risk of developing CKD6,7.
Modern guidelines promote a comprehensive approach to care, rather
than treating each disease separately8,9.
Improving your kidney health involves taking care of your entire
body. A comprehensive care plan will focus on aspects of your health
beyond type 2 diabetes, aiming to protect your kidneys, preserve the
health of your heart and blood vessels, and manage a healthy
weight9,10. This will help maintain your body's internal
balance, allowing you to feel your best.
Reach out to a healthcare professional to learn more about what can
be done if you have type 2 diabetes, to help reduce your risk of CKD,
identify ways to slow disease progression and prevent additional
health problems.
