E13.2: Other specified diabetes mellitus with renal complications

Other specified diabetes mellitus with renal complications, denoted by the code E13.2, refers to a distinct type of diabetes that doesn't fall into the standard categories of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, but still yields significant impact on the kidneys. This diabetes subtype may result from genetic syndromes, surgery, medications, malnutrition, infections and other diseases, which lead to abnormal insulin production or usage. Complications with the kidneys (renal complications) occur when high blood glucose levels damage the small blood vessels in the kidneys preventing them from effectively filtering out waste products, consequently impairing kidney function. Symptoms you might experience with renal complications include decreased urine output, fluid retention causing swelling in your legs, ankles or feet, and fatigue. This condition usually develops over time rather than all at once, which may make it harder to distinguish in the initial stages.

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