glomerulosclerosis

Glomerulosclerosis

Glomerulosclerosis is a condition characterized by scarring or hardening (sclerosis) of the tiny filters in the kidneys known as glomeruli. Normally, these structures help filter waste and excess fluid from your blood. When the glomeruli become scarred, they can’t perform their job effectively, which can eventually lead to impaired kidney function or kidney failure. What …
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Diabetic nephropathy (diabetic glomerulosclerosis)

Diabetic nephropathy is a kidney disease that can develop in people who have diabetes. It occurs when high blood sugar levels, over a long period of time, damage tiny blood vessels in the kidneys. This damage specifically affects structures called glomeruli, which act as the kidneys’ primary filters. Usually, glomeruli help remove waste and excess …
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