When is hospitalization required for diabetic kidney disease complications?

Dear Rebecca Rebello Ji

Diabetes can affect the kidneys over time and may lead to diabetic kidney disease (diabetic nephropathy) or chronic kidney disease (CKD). If blood sugar levels remain uncontrolled, the kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste from the blood. Hospitalisation may be required if the condition becomes severe or if complications develop.

Common Symptoms

You should consult a doctor if you have :

• High or uncontrolled blood sugar

• Swelling in the feet, ankles, or face

• Decreased urine output or frequent urination

• Foamy urine or blood in urine

• Persistent fatigue and weakness

• Loss of appetite

• Nausea or vomiting

• High blood pressure

• Shortness of breath

• Difficulty concentrating

When is Hospitalisation Required?

Hospital admission be necessary if you have :

• Very high or very low blood sugar levels

• Acute kidney injury

• Advanced chronic kidney disease

• Severe dehydration

• Uncontrolled high blood pressure

• Electrolyte imbalance

• Serious kidney infection

• Need for dialysis

• Diabetes-related complications affecting other organs

Diagnosis

The doctor recommend :

• Blood sugar tests (Fasting, PPBS, HbA1c)

• Kidney function tests (Creatinine, Urea, eGFR)

• Urine examination

• Urine Albumin/Microalbumin test

• Electrolyte profile

• Kidney ultrasound

• Blood pressure monitoring

Treatment

Treatment depends on the severity of your condition and may include

• Medicines to control blood sugar

• Blood pressure control medicines

• Diet and lifestyle modification

• Kidney-protective medications

• Intravenous fluids, if required

• Dialysis for advanced kidney failure

• Regular follow-up with a diabetologist and nephrologist

Kidney transplant may be considered only in patients with end-stage kidney disease after a detailed evaluation by a nephrologist and transplant team.

Hospitals You Can Consider in Mumbai

Apex Superspeciality Hospital, Borivali West

Apex Super Speciality Hospital, Borivali West, Lokmanya Tilak Rd, Lokmanya Tilak Rd, beside Punjab & Sind Bank,Babhai Naka, Borivali West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400092

This is a multi-speciality hospital with facilities for Diabetology, Nephrology, Dialysis, Urology, Intensive Care, Advanced Diagnostics, and 24×7 Emergency Services. It provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for diabetes and kidney disorders under one roof. 

Zynova Shalby Hospital, Ghatkopar West

Zynova Shalby Hospital, Ghatkopar West, CTS 1900-1917, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Gandhi Nagar, Kirti Vihar, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400086

The hospital has a dedicated Diabetes 360 Clinic and Nephrology & Dialysis Unit, where diabetologists, nephrologists, dietitians, and other specialists work together to manage diabetes, diabetic kidney disease, chronic kidney disease, and dialysis care. It also provides emergency renal care, kidney biopsy, vascular access procedures, and comprehensive kidney treatment. 

How HexaHealth Can Assist You

• Specialist Consultation: We help you connect with experienced diabetologists and nephrologists based on your medical condition.

• Partner Hospital Guidance: We help you choose a suitable partner hospital in Mumbai, including Apex Superspeciality Hospital, Borivali West or Zynova Shalby Hospital, Ghatkopar West, based on your treatment needs.

• Hospitalisation Support: We assist with doctor appointments, hospital admission, and treatment planning.

• Diagnostic & Dialysis Coordination: We help arrange kidney function tests, diabetes evaluation, dialysis appointments, and other necessary investigations.

• Insurance & Cost Guidance: We assist with treatment cost estimates, insurance verification, and cashless hospitalization support wherever applicable.

• End-to-End Care Coordination: From consultation and admission to treatment and follow-up care, HexaHealth supports you throughout your healthcare journey.

If you can share the patient's preferred location in Mumbai, we can help you identify the most suitable specialist and partner hospital for timely treatment.

Wishing you and your family good health always.
Warm regards,
Team HexaHealth