The kidneys act as a filter to flush out the wastes produced by the human body. Toxins accumulate in the body when the kidneys do not function properly due to various physical problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes. The symptoms of kidney damage are so subtle that they are not initially understood. Kidney damage is called 'silent killer'.
Swelling of legs and ankles
The kidneys help to filter waste and excess sodium from the body. When the kidneys cannot function properly, the body begins to retain sodium. This causes the ankles to swell. In addition, swelling occurs in the eyes and other parts of the face.
Weakness and fatigue
Feeling tired or weak is usually the first sign of a liver problem. As the kidney disease becomes more severe the person starts to feel more weak and tired. Even doing housework or taking a walk can feel overwhelming. This problem is due to the accumulation of toxins in the blood.
Anorexia nervosa
Accumulation of toxins and wastes in the body can lead to loss of appetite and eventually weight loss. Another cause of loss of appetite may be nausea and vomiting. There will always be a feeling of fullness and no interest in eating.
Changes in urination
A normal healthy person urinates 8 to 10 times a day. More than this may indicate kidney damage. In case of kidney problems, a person urinates very rarely or very frequently. Kidney damage in two conditions. When the kidneys start to deteriorate, blood starts to flow out with the urine.
Problems with dry skin and itching
Other symptoms of kidney damage include dry skin and itching. This problem occurs when toxins cannot be excreted from the body. Accumulation of toxins in the blood causes itching, dryness and bad breath. Kidney problems can lead to bone disease.
In short, kidney disease can be prevented by taking measures at an early stage, which is possible only if the symptoms are diagnosed in time. People who suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol levels have a higher risk of developing kidney disease. These people should have their health checked every few days. Medical check-ups can diagnose the problem at an early stage, as well as help start treatment quickly.
The human body usually has a pair of kidneys. The two large enamel-shaped kidneys are 9-12 cm in length; It is 5-6 cm wide and 3-4 cm thick. They are located just above the waist on either side of the spine.
Renowned kidney specialist and Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Provisional Professor Dr. Muhammad Rafiqul Alam said that in the initial stage, in most cases, there are no symptoms of long-term kidney disease. When symptoms appear, the kidneys lose 70 percent of their function.
Kidney disease can be diagnosed in two simple tests, he said. 1. The presence of protein in the urine test and 2. Blood tests show creatinine levels.
Some of the symptoms of chronic kidney disease are bloating, fatigue, inattention, loss of appetite and foamy urine.
We call a nephrologist who specializes in kidney medicine. The urologist is a kidney specialist who treats surgical diseases of the kidneys.
Who needs to be careful
1. If you have diabetes, consult a doctor
2. High blood pressure
3. Obesity
4. The habit of smoking
5. Age (50 or older)
. If someone in the family has kidney disease, diabetes or high blood pressure, be careful.
Follow those rules in safety
1. Keep yourself strong and busy
2. Control blood sugar levels
3. Monitor blood pressure
4. Eat a balanced diet and control your weight
5. Drink enough water
. Avoid smoking
. Refrain from taking medicines without doctor's advice
. If you are at risk of kidney disease, identify one or more kidney disease tests
Who will be affected?
1. About 10 percent of the world's population suffers from kidney disease
2. Kidney disease can affect people of all ages and all races
3. About 50 percent of people over the age of 65 suffer from long-term kidney complications
4. One in 5 men aged 65-75 and one in 4 women are more likely to develop kidney disease
5. High blood pressure and diabetes are the leading causes of chronic kidney disease
Are you at risk? So look, do you have high blood pressure? Do you suffer from diabetes? Does anyone in your family have kidney disease? Are you overweight? Are you of African, Hispanic or Asian descent?
Consult a physician if your answer is one or more. Kidney disease is a silent killer, which disrupts your healthy lifestyle. Here are some simple ways to protect yourself from kidney disease.
What to do to prevent kidney disease
Kidney disease is a silent killer. About 20 million people in Bangladesh are affected by some or the other kidney disease. Five people are dying every hour due to kidney failure. The treatment of kidney failure patients is so expensive that even 5% of the people in this country cannot afford long term treatment. Patients usually do not realize that they have a fatal disease before 70% of the kidneys are damaged. The only way to survive this deadly disease is to diagnose kidney disease and prevent kidney failure.
10 Ways to Prevent Kidney Failure
1. Diabetes, high blood pressure and nephritis kidney
The main cause of disability
2. Controlling the blood sugar of patients with diabetes (below HBAIC 7 (seven))
3. Control of blood pressure in patients with hypertension (below 130/80).
4. Patients with diabetes and hypertension have kidney function and micro-albumin in urine every 6 months.
5. Children's sore throats, fevers and skin rashes should be treated quickly and accurately
. Blood, water and salt are depleted due to diarrhea, vomiting and bloody diarrhea
Kidney failure. So eat fast food saline. If necessary, saline should be given intravenously
. Quit smoking, control your weight and exercise regularly
. Do not take antibiotics and painkillers without consulting a doctor
9. Necessary treatment should be taken for frequent urinary tract infections
10. Eat vegetables of five colors, eat more fruits, eat less fatty foods and salt and drink moderate amount of water.
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