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Longer sleep may be linked to a higher risk of kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes
People with type 2 diabetes who sleep longer may have an increased risk of developing or worsening diabetic kidney disease, according to a study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society .
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A study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society found that people with type 2 diabetes who sleep longer may face an increased risk of developing or worsening diabetic kidney disease. The research highlights a link between extended sleep duration and the progression of this serious kidney condition. Diabetic nephropathy, also known as diabetic kidney disease, results from long‑term damage caused by type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The findings suggest that sleep patterns could be an important factor in managing kidney health for people with diabetes.
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