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Rocky Face, GA
September 14, 2025
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A DiabetesTeam Member

We are certainly at higher risk as Diabetics because (we, collectively) tend to have existing risk factors

Over 80% of Type 2's are Overweight or Obese which elevates Uric Acid Levels

Kidney Damage (whether full blown to a CKD Stage or not) caused by years of chronic high blood sugar, which accumulates with the duration of managing (or failing to manage) Diabetes impairs the Kidney's ability to filter and evacuate the excess Uric Acid in our system

So while somewhere in the 20-30% of those with high uric acid levels are Diabetic, that does mean that 70-80% are Sugar Eaters, so this is not a Diabetes Centric disorder, like Kidney Disease itself, where fully 60% of those on Dialysis are Diabetics so late Stage CKD 'IS' absolutely related to our disorder

September 14, 2025
A DiabetesTeam Member

So far mine are still in normal range. (Knock Knock on wood)

September 14, 2025
DiabetesTeam

Based on the provided search results, there isn't enough specific information to directly answer whether diabetics have higher levels of uric acid. The search results don't contain information about uric acid levels in people with diabetes.

To get an accurate answer about uric acid levels and diabetes, it would be best to Show Full Answer

Based on the provided search results, there isn't enough specific information to directly answer whether diabetics have higher levels of uric acid. The search results don't contain information about uric acid levels in people with diabetes.

To get an accurate answer about uric acid levels and diabetes, it would be best to:
• Consult with your healthcare provider
• Request blood work to check your uric acid levels
• Discuss any concerns about uric acid with your diabetes care team What we do know from the search results is that diabetes can affect various aspects of metabolism and kidney function. High blood sugar levels cause the kidneys to work harder to filter blood glucose into urine. If you're concerned about uric acid levels, this would be an important topic to discuss during your next medical appointment since kidney function and metabolic issues are closely tied to diabetes management.

September 14, 2025

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