When kidney disease progresses into stage 5 kidney failure, kidney function
declines to 15% or even less. Many patients take dialysis as a treatment.
Stage 5 of CKD is always considered as the most advanced stage of kidney
disease.
In stage 5 kidney failure, ,many patients undergoes dialysis. Dialysis can
help control some symptoms and control the primary disease. On average, the life
expectancy can be prolonged to 3-5 years by dialysis. But what patients afraid
of is its side-effects.
The life expectancy of stage 5 kidney failure depends on many factors. Among
all the factors, the illness condition and treatment matter most.
Even though we still find two major factors which play the two leading most
important role in CKD stage 5 life expectancy, namely your symptoms and your
treatment choice.
In this condition, an effective treatment, called Immunotherapy, comes into
being, in order to extend kidney failure patients’ life span and help them avoid
dialysis or further dialysis.
With the help of correct blood purifications and herbal medicines,
Immunotherapy focuses on not only cleansing patients’ blood but also regulating
their immune system and increasing damaged kidney cells’ curative ability.
Therefore, more and more kidney cells can become alive again. With a high level
of kidney function, patients’ life expectancy can be prolonged largely without
dialysis.
No matter what treatment you want to take, only if your kidney function is
improved, you can live a relatively healthy and normal life.
2014年1月29日星期三
2014年1月28日星期二
Treatments for Creatinine 1.6
Creatinine 1.6 is higher than the normal creatinine level, even though it is
not that high, it can tell patients with creatinine 1.6 that more than a half of
kidney function has been lost. Because the kidneys have very strong compensatory
ability, the creatinine level will not increase until more than a half of kidney
function has been lost. So creatinine 1.6 should arouse patients’ enough
attention.
Therefore timely and proper treatments should be received to help lower creatinine 1.6 to the normal values.
1. The first step is to take related tests including routine urine and blood tests, kidney function, renal imaging examinations and kidney biopsy if necessary to make clear the pathological type and underlying cause of kidney damages.
2. Dialysis and kidney transplant will not be ordered for creatinine 1.6.
3. Proper diets can help control high creatinine and consolidate curative effects.
4. Having some mild and proper exercises regularly is good for controlling creatinine 1.6 by improving appetite, strengthening the kidneys and enhancing immunity .
Therefore timely and proper treatments should be received to help lower creatinine 1.6 to the normal values.
1. The first step is to take related tests including routine urine and blood tests, kidney function, renal imaging examinations and kidney biopsy if necessary to make clear the pathological type and underlying cause of kidney damages.
2. Dialysis and kidney transplant will not be ordered for creatinine 1.6.
3. Proper diets can help control high creatinine and consolidate curative effects.
4. Having some mild and proper exercises regularly is good for controlling creatinine 1.6 by improving appetite, strengthening the kidneys and enhancing immunity .
Diet Plan to Reduce High Creatinine Level
Creatinine is a breakdown product of creatine, which is an important part of
muscle. Creatinine level in your blood is an important indicator which shows how
your kidney is functioning. High creatinine level can be caused by such factors
as kidney diseases, too high intake of proteins, dehydration, using
muscle-building dietary supplement creatine, over-exercising.The following is an
overview of diet changes for people with high creatinine level.
◆ Limit Salt Intake
As we know high blood pressure is one big risk of further kidney damage. Excessive sodium intake is able to raise people’s blood pressure and in some cases it can also aggravate patients’ swelling. Therefore, people whose creatinine level should avoid salty foods such as salty condiments, cheese, salami, bacon, cured meats, snack foods, pickled foods, hamburgers, etc.
◆Vitamins Intake
Researches of Turkey reveal that vitamin especially vitamin C has a benefit of increasing the rate of kidney filtering creatinine and other wastes so as to improve patients’ kidney function. Here, we mainly recommend three fruits: kiwi fruit,cranberry and pomegranate.
◆ Limit the intake of protein
People with high creatinine levels often have to change the amount of protein they consume. Many patients go on a low-protein diet to slow down the progression of kidney disease and ease their symptoms. For kidney disease patients, high-quality protein rather than high-quantity protein is recommended. Generally, one glass of milk, one egg white and 06g of lean meat one daily is able to meet their protein need.
Except for above suggestions, patients also need to pay close attention to drinking and smoking in order to decrease the danger of high creatinine level. Of course, we are looking forward to your consultation about this topic.
◆ Limit Salt Intake
As we know high blood pressure is one big risk of further kidney damage. Excessive sodium intake is able to raise people’s blood pressure and in some cases it can also aggravate patients’ swelling. Therefore, people whose creatinine level should avoid salty foods such as salty condiments, cheese, salami, bacon, cured meats, snack foods, pickled foods, hamburgers, etc.
◆Vitamins Intake
Researches of Turkey reveal that vitamin especially vitamin C has a benefit of increasing the rate of kidney filtering creatinine and other wastes so as to improve patients’ kidney function. Here, we mainly recommend three fruits: kiwi fruit,cranberry and pomegranate.
◆ Limit the intake of protein
People with high creatinine levels often have to change the amount of protein they consume. Many patients go on a low-protein diet to slow down the progression of kidney disease and ease their symptoms. For kidney disease patients, high-quality protein rather than high-quantity protein is recommended. Generally, one glass of milk, one egg white and 06g of lean meat one daily is able to meet their protein need.
Except for above suggestions, patients also need to pay close attention to drinking and smoking in order to decrease the danger of high creatinine level. Of course, we are looking forward to your consultation about this topic.
2014年1月27日星期一
What Is Shrinking Kidney and Shrinking Kidney Symptoms
Shrinking kidney is an abnormal phenomenon that the kidney is smaller than
the normal one. Shrinking kidney usually warns us kidney disease. A long time of
kidney disease can cause nephron especially the glomerular damage, and then
shrinking kidney will occur along with the change of kidney function.
What are the shrinking kidney symptoms?
◆ High blood pressure. With the aggravation of the patient’s condition, high blood pressure is more likely to occur to warn him that his kidney has been damaged.
◆ Feet or face swelling. Too much fluid and sodium will build up in the small blood vessels, when glomeruli filtration is damaged. As a result, feet or face swelling occurs easily.
◆ Nausea, vomiting and fatigue. As the wastes and toxins build up in the body, the patient will often feel nausea, vomiting and fatigue. In addition, the patient loses his weight quickly.
◆ Hematuria. It is another shrinking kidney symptom to warn the person some problems, such as urinary tract infections.
If these symptoms occur, you should do some tests to detect whether your kidney has begun to shrink. The diagnosis of your shrinking kidney is very important, because it can warn us many problems in your kidney.
Once you have shrinking kidney, you may have some serious kidney disease. At this time, you should not only accept the shrinking kidney treatment but also treat your damaged kidney. A systemic treatment can help you get rid of disease much completely.
What are the shrinking kidney symptoms?
◆ High blood pressure. With the aggravation of the patient’s condition, high blood pressure is more likely to occur to warn him that his kidney has been damaged.
◆ Feet or face swelling. Too much fluid and sodium will build up in the small blood vessels, when glomeruli filtration is damaged. As a result, feet or face swelling occurs easily.
◆ Nausea, vomiting and fatigue. As the wastes and toxins build up in the body, the patient will often feel nausea, vomiting and fatigue. In addition, the patient loses his weight quickly.
◆ Hematuria. It is another shrinking kidney symptom to warn the person some problems, such as urinary tract infections.
If these symptoms occur, you should do some tests to detect whether your kidney has begun to shrink. The diagnosis of your shrinking kidney is very important, because it can warn us many problems in your kidney.
Once you have shrinking kidney, you may have some serious kidney disease. At this time, you should not only accept the shrinking kidney treatment but also treat your damaged kidney. A systemic treatment can help you get rid of disease much completely.
Stage 3 of Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic disease stage three is described by moderately reduced kidney
function. The Glomerular filtration rate is approximately 30-60%.
Symptoms may start to become present in stage 3, such as:
Fatigue: Feeling tired is common for people with CKD and is often caused by anemia.
Too much fluid: The kidneysmay lose their ability to control how much fluid stays in the body. A person may notice swelling (edema) in their lower legs, hands or face around the eyes. With too much fluid someone could even feel short of breath.
Urination changes: Urine may be foamy if there is protein in it, or dark orange, brown, tea colored or red if it contains blood. A person may urinate more or less, or get up at night to go to the bathroom.
Kidney pain: Most people with CKD do not have kidney pain, but with some kinds of kidney problems, such as polycystic kidney disease (PKD) or infections, they may have pain in their back where the kidneys are.
Sleep problems: Some people have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Itching, muscle cramps or restless legs can keep them awake.
It is necessary that patients at stage 3 Chronic Kidney Failure see a nephrologist. The doctor will examine kidney patients and perform lab tests so that they can gather information to offer the best treatment advice. The goal is to keep the kidneys function as long as possible.
A healthy diet for stage 3 CKD may recommend:
Including a variety of grains, fruits and vegetables, but whole grains and some fruits and vegetables may be limited if blood tests show phosphorus or potassium levels are above normal.
A diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fats, especially if cholesterol is high or if you have diabetes or heart disease
Limiting intake of refined and processed foods high in sodium and prepare foods with less salt or high sodium ingredients
Aiming for a healthy weight by consuming adequate calories and including physical activity each day
Keeping protein intake within the DRI level recommended for healthy people with attention to high quality protein.
Consuming the DRI for the water soluble vitamin B complex and C.
Vitamin D and iron may be tailored to individual requirements
Limiting phosphorus if blood levels of phosphorus or PTH are above normal
Limiting calcium if blood levels are above normal
Potassium is usually not restricted unless blood levels are above normal
There is currently no cure for kidney disease, the deterioration of the illness condition over a gradual course could make the patients develop into a more advanced stage. Thereby, the patients need to note that in addition to daily care management, proper treatment that helps improve the kidney condition is a wise choice.
Symptoms may start to become present in stage 3, such as:
Fatigue: Feeling tired is common for people with CKD and is often caused by anemia.
Too much fluid: The kidneysmay lose their ability to control how much fluid stays in the body. A person may notice swelling (edema) in their lower legs, hands or face around the eyes. With too much fluid someone could even feel short of breath.
Urination changes: Urine may be foamy if there is protein in it, or dark orange, brown, tea colored or red if it contains blood. A person may urinate more or less, or get up at night to go to the bathroom.
Kidney pain: Most people with CKD do not have kidney pain, but with some kinds of kidney problems, such as polycystic kidney disease (PKD) or infections, they may have pain in their back where the kidneys are.
Sleep problems: Some people have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Itching, muscle cramps or restless legs can keep them awake.
It is necessary that patients at stage 3 Chronic Kidney Failure see a nephrologist. The doctor will examine kidney patients and perform lab tests so that they can gather information to offer the best treatment advice. The goal is to keep the kidneys function as long as possible.
A healthy diet for stage 3 CKD may recommend:
Including a variety of grains, fruits and vegetables, but whole grains and some fruits and vegetables may be limited if blood tests show phosphorus or potassium levels are above normal.
A diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fats, especially if cholesterol is high or if you have diabetes or heart disease
Limiting intake of refined and processed foods high in sodium and prepare foods with less salt or high sodium ingredients
Aiming for a healthy weight by consuming adequate calories and including physical activity each day
Keeping protein intake within the DRI level recommended for healthy people with attention to high quality protein.
Consuming the DRI for the water soluble vitamin B complex and C.
Vitamin D and iron may be tailored to individual requirements
Limiting phosphorus if blood levels of phosphorus or PTH are above normal
Limiting calcium if blood levels are above normal
Potassium is usually not restricted unless blood levels are above normal
There is currently no cure for kidney disease, the deterioration of the illness condition over a gradual course could make the patients develop into a more advanced stage. Thereby, the patients need to note that in addition to daily care management, proper treatment that helps improve the kidney condition is a wise choice.
2014年1月25日星期六
Origin and Distribution of kiwifruit
This interesting species is native to the provinces of Hupeh, Szechuan,
Kiangsi and Fukien in the Yangtze Valley of northern China–latitude 31º N–and
Zhejiang Province on the coast of eastern China. It was cultivated on a small
scale at least 300 years ago, but still today most of the 1,000-ton crop is
derived from wild vines scattered over 33 of the 48 counties of Zhejiang. The
plants may be seen climbing tall trees or, near Lung to ping, Hupeh, sprawling
over low scrub or rocks exposed to strong northeast winds and bearing heavily.
The Chinese have never shown much interest in exploiting the fruit. Because of
the dense population, there is little room for expansion of the industry.
Nevertheless, trial shipments of canned fruits were made to West Germany in
1980.
Specimens of the plant were collected by the agent for the Royal Horticultural Society, London, in 1847 and described from his dried material, In 1900, seeds gathered in Hupeh were sent to England by E.H. Wilson. The resulting plants flourished and bloomed in 1909. When both male and female vines were planted together, fruits were produced but usually only solitary vines were grown as ornamentals. Seeds from China were introduced into New Zealand in 1906 and some vines bore fruits in 1910. Several growers raised numerous seedlings (many of which were males) and selected the best fruiting types, which were propagated around 1930. By 1940 there were many plantings, one with 200 vines, especially on the eastern coast of the North Island. The fruits were being marketed and were very popular with American servicemen stationed in New Zealand during World War II, Commercial exporting was launched in 1953, the fruits going mainly to Japan, North America and Europe, with small quantities to Australia, the United Kingdom and Scandinavia. In 1981, a survey of small holders in the Auckland suburbs revealed that the great majority of them intended to plant kiwifruit for the local market. Today, West Germany is New Zealand's biggest customer for kiwifruit. Production in 1983 was reportedly 40,000 tons as compared with 300 tons in 1937. New Zealand supplies 99% of the world production of kiwifruit and 95% of the crop is harvested within 35 miles (56 km) of the little town of Te Puke, Bay of Plenty–38º S latitude. The small industry was greatly assisted in 1971 by an arrangement with the Bay of Plenty Co-operative Dairy Company for the use of cool storage facilities and the construction of a cooperative central packing house. In 1984, there were 2,500 growers, more than 400 packing sheds and 200 "coolstores" with a capacity of 1.9 million tons. A $10,000 prize was offered for the design of a new package for export that would accommodate fruits of varying shapes and sizes.
Specimens of the plant were collected by the agent for the Royal Horticultural Society, London, in 1847 and described from his dried material, In 1900, seeds gathered in Hupeh were sent to England by E.H. Wilson. The resulting plants flourished and bloomed in 1909. When both male and female vines were planted together, fruits were produced but usually only solitary vines were grown as ornamentals. Seeds from China were introduced into New Zealand in 1906 and some vines bore fruits in 1910. Several growers raised numerous seedlings (many of which were males) and selected the best fruiting types, which were propagated around 1930. By 1940 there were many plantings, one with 200 vines, especially on the eastern coast of the North Island. The fruits were being marketed and were very popular with American servicemen stationed in New Zealand during World War II, Commercial exporting was launched in 1953, the fruits going mainly to Japan, North America and Europe, with small quantities to Australia, the United Kingdom and Scandinavia. In 1981, a survey of small holders in the Auckland suburbs revealed that the great majority of them intended to plant kiwifruit for the local market. Today, West Germany is New Zealand's biggest customer for kiwifruit. Production in 1983 was reportedly 40,000 tons as compared with 300 tons in 1937. New Zealand supplies 99% of the world production of kiwifruit and 95% of the crop is harvested within 35 miles (56 km) of the little town of Te Puke, Bay of Plenty–38º S latitude. The small industry was greatly assisted in 1971 by an arrangement with the Bay of Plenty Co-operative Dairy Company for the use of cool storage facilities and the construction of a cooperative central packing house. In 1984, there were 2,500 growers, more than 400 packing sheds and 200 "coolstores" with a capacity of 1.9 million tons. A $10,000 prize was offered for the design of a new package for export that would accommodate fruits of varying shapes and sizes.
2014年1月24日星期五
Kidney Failure Causes and Risk Factors
What causes acute renal failure?
Acute renal failure has three main causes:
· A sudden, serious drop in blood flow to the kidneys. Heavy blood loss, an injury, or a bad infection called sepsis can reduce blood flow to the kidneys. Not enough fluid in the body (dehydration) also can harm the kidneys.
· Damage from some medicines, poisons, or infections. Most people don't have any kidney problems from taking medicines. But people who have serious, long-term health problems are more likely than other people to have a kidney problem from medicines. Examples of medicines that can sometimes harm the kidneys include:
Antibiotics, such as gentamicin and streptomycin.
Pain medicines, such as aspirin and ibuprofen.
Some blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors.
The dyes used in some X-ray tests.
· A sudden blockage that stops urine from flowing out of the kidneys.Kidney stones, a tumor, an injury, or an enlarged prostate gland can cause a blockage.
You have a greater chance of getting acute renal failure if:
· You are an older adult.
· You have a long-term health problem such as kidney or liver disease, diabetes,high blood pressure, heart failure, or obesity.
· You are already very ill and are in the hospital or intensive care (ICU). Heart or belly surgery or a bone marrow transplant can make you more likely to havekidney failure.
Risk factors
Acute kidney failure usually occurs in connection with another medical condition or event. Most people who experience acute kidney failure are already in the hospital for other reasons. Conditions that increase your risk of acute kidney failure include:
· advanced age
· bladder outlet obstruction
· chronic infection
· diabetes
· heart failure
· high blood pressure
· immune disorders ( lupus, IgA nephropathy and scleroderma)
· kidney diseases
· liver diseases
· prostate gland enlargement
· shock of any kind that causes decrease blood flow through the body
· various blood disorders
Acute renal failure has three main causes:
· A sudden, serious drop in blood flow to the kidneys. Heavy blood loss, an injury, or a bad infection called sepsis can reduce blood flow to the kidneys. Not enough fluid in the body (dehydration) also can harm the kidneys.
· Damage from some medicines, poisons, or infections. Most people don't have any kidney problems from taking medicines. But people who have serious, long-term health problems are more likely than other people to have a kidney problem from medicines. Examples of medicines that can sometimes harm the kidneys include:
Antibiotics, such as gentamicin and streptomycin.
Pain medicines, such as aspirin and ibuprofen.
Some blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors.
The dyes used in some X-ray tests.
· A sudden blockage that stops urine from flowing out of the kidneys.Kidney stones, a tumor, an injury, or an enlarged prostate gland can cause a blockage.
You have a greater chance of getting acute renal failure if:
· You are an older adult.
· You have a long-term health problem such as kidney or liver disease, diabetes,high blood pressure, heart failure, or obesity.
· You are already very ill and are in the hospital or intensive care (ICU). Heart or belly surgery or a bone marrow transplant can make you more likely to havekidney failure.
Risk factors
Acute kidney failure usually occurs in connection with another medical condition or event. Most people who experience acute kidney failure are already in the hospital for other reasons. Conditions that increase your risk of acute kidney failure include:
· advanced age
· bladder outlet obstruction
· chronic infection
· diabetes
· heart failure
· high blood pressure
· immune disorders ( lupus, IgA nephropathy and scleroderma)
· kidney diseases
· liver diseases
· prostate gland enlargement
· shock of any kind that causes decrease blood flow through the body
· various blood disorders
2014年1月23日星期四
Acute Kidney Failure
What is acute renal failure?
Acute renal failure (also called acute kidney injury) means that your kidneys
have suddenly stopped working. Your kidneys remove waste products and help balance water and salt and other minerals (electrolytes) in your blood. When your kidneys stop working, waste products, fluids, and electrolytes build up in your body. This can cause problems that can be deadly.
What are the symptoms?
Symptoms of acute renal failure may include:
· Little or no urine when you urinate.
· Swelling, especially in your legs and feet.
· Not feeling like eating.
· Nausea and vomiting.
· Feeling confused, anxious and restless, or sleepy.
· Pain in the back just below the rib cage. This is called flank pain.
Some people may not have any symptoms. And for people who are already quite ill, the problem that's causing the kidney failure may be causing other symptoms.
Treating Acute Kidney Failure
Treatment will depend on the cause of your acute kidney failure. The goal is to restore normal kidney function. Preventing fluids and wastes from building up in your body while your kidneys recover is important.
Your doctor will restrict your diet and the amount of liquids you eat and drink. The goal is to reduce the buildup of toxins that are normally eliminated by the kidneys. A diet high in carbohydrates and low in protein, salt, and potassium is usually recommended.
Antibiotics may be prescribed to treat or prevent any infections that occur at the same time. Diuretics may be used to help your kidneys eliminate fluid. Calcium and insulin can be given to help avoid dangerous increases in your blood potassium levels.
Dialysis might be needed, but is not always necessary. Dialysis involves diverting blood out of your body into a machine that filters out waste. The clean blood is then returned to your body. If potassium levels are dangerously high, dialysis can save your life. Dialysis is used if there are changes in your mental status, or if you stop urinating. You may also need dialysis if you develop pericarditis, inflammation of the heart. Dialysis can help eliminate nitrogen waste products from your body.
Acute renal failure (also called acute kidney injury) means that your kidneys
have suddenly stopped working. Your kidneys remove waste products and help balance water and salt and other minerals (electrolytes) in your blood. When your kidneys stop working, waste products, fluids, and electrolytes build up in your body. This can cause problems that can be deadly.
What are the symptoms?
Symptoms of acute renal failure may include:
· Little or no urine when you urinate.
· Swelling, especially in your legs and feet.
· Not feeling like eating.
· Nausea and vomiting.
· Feeling confused, anxious and restless, or sleepy.
· Pain in the back just below the rib cage. This is called flank pain.
Some people may not have any symptoms. And for people who are already quite ill, the problem that's causing the kidney failure may be causing other symptoms.
Treating Acute Kidney Failure
Treatment will depend on the cause of your acute kidney failure. The goal is to restore normal kidney function. Preventing fluids and wastes from building up in your body while your kidneys recover is important.
Your doctor will restrict your diet and the amount of liquids you eat and drink. The goal is to reduce the buildup of toxins that are normally eliminated by the kidneys. A diet high in carbohydrates and low in protein, salt, and potassium is usually recommended.
Antibiotics may be prescribed to treat or prevent any infections that occur at the same time. Diuretics may be used to help your kidneys eliminate fluid. Calcium and insulin can be given to help avoid dangerous increases in your blood potassium levels.
Dialysis might be needed, but is not always necessary. Dialysis involves diverting blood out of your body into a machine that filters out waste. The clean blood is then returned to your body. If potassium levels are dangerously high, dialysis can save your life. Dialysis is used if there are changes in your mental status, or if you stop urinating. You may also need dialysis if you develop pericarditis, inflammation of the heart. Dialysis can help eliminate nitrogen waste products from your body.
Kidney Cyst Protein
People with proteinuria have urine with an abnormal amount of protein. The
condition is often a sign of kidney disease.
Healthy kidneys do not allow a significant amount of protein to pass through their filters. But filters damaged by kidney disease may let proteins such as albumin leak from the blood into the urine.
Kidney cyst is a common kidney disorder in which a fluid collection is formed in kidney. In clinic, no treatment is needed when cyst is much smaller and meanwhile causes no side effects, but patients need to put close eyes on it. However, for large kidney cyst, it oppresses surrounding kidney tissues, which can lead to decrease of kidney function. Therefore, if the cyst is much bigger ( >3cm), surger or other treatment methods will be needed to avoid unnecessary kidney problem.
Kidney cyst is one of the causes of protein in urine, so it is necessary for kidney cyst patients who are told to have blood and protein in urine to have further tests to see if their kidney function is impaired.
To control the proteinuria, I suggest a mixed management of steroid therapy, Micro-Chinese Medicine and Diet changes.
-Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy. Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy aims at shrinking the cyst naturally and repair the damaged glomeruli. It works as repairman who can sew up the cutting in glomeruli, and make the glomeruli to get its filtering ability back.
-Steroid Therapy. Some steroid therapy is specially used to alleviate protein in urine. They work as a “band-aid” which can dress the cut in glomeruli. It is a fast aid to stop serious proteinuria.
- Diet changes also play an important role in managing protein in urine. You are suggested to take a low-sodium, low-fat and spicy-avoided diet. It will help reduce kidney’s burden and alleviate the proteinuria.
Healthy kidneys do not allow a significant amount of protein to pass through their filters. But filters damaged by kidney disease may let proteins such as albumin leak from the blood into the urine.
Kidney cyst is a common kidney disorder in which a fluid collection is formed in kidney. In clinic, no treatment is needed when cyst is much smaller and meanwhile causes no side effects, but patients need to put close eyes on it. However, for large kidney cyst, it oppresses surrounding kidney tissues, which can lead to decrease of kidney function. Therefore, if the cyst is much bigger ( >3cm), surger or other treatment methods will be needed to avoid unnecessary kidney problem.
Kidney cyst is one of the causes of protein in urine, so it is necessary for kidney cyst patients who are told to have blood and protein in urine to have further tests to see if their kidney function is impaired.
To control the proteinuria, I suggest a mixed management of steroid therapy, Micro-Chinese Medicine and Diet changes.
-Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy. Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy aims at shrinking the cyst naturally and repair the damaged glomeruli. It works as repairman who can sew up the cutting in glomeruli, and make the glomeruli to get its filtering ability back.
-Steroid Therapy. Some steroid therapy is specially used to alleviate protein in urine. They work as a “band-aid” which can dress the cut in glomeruli. It is a fast aid to stop serious proteinuria.
- Diet changes also play an important role in managing protein in urine. You are suggested to take a low-sodium, low-fat and spicy-avoided diet. It will help reduce kidney’s burden and alleviate the proteinuria.
2014年1月22日星期三
Foot Cramp in Stage 4 Kidney Failure
Leg cramp also can be called charley horses and refers to the involuntary
muscle contractions that occur in the calves or soles of the feet. Kidney
Failure can be a cause of leg cramp, but it is not the only cause in clinic.
Here, we will mainly explain how kidney failure cause leg cramp.
Foot cramp Kidney Failure can be caused by a number of possible causes including:
-Low levels of potassium: Potassium deficiency may trigger leg cramp in stage 4 kidney failure. If swelling occurs, diuretic medicines may be used to help the removal of fluid from body. The use of diuretic medicine is very likely to lower the level of potassium in body. In addition, diarrhea can be an attributable factor.
-Poor blood flow: If you are a diabetic, you may have experience poor blood flow,especially in extremities.Uncontrolled blood sugar level is the major culprit of poor blood flow in Diabetes.
-Low levels of calcium:As the levels of phosphorus in blood increase,more calcium will be pulled out of bones. Low levels of calcium in body can result in cramps in foot, leg etc.
How to alleviate leg cramp with kidney failure?
-Potassium Balanced Diet.
- If you are taking any medicine not prescribed by a doctor, stop taking it. Talk to your doctor if you think you need to continue taking the medicine.
- Take a warm shower or bath to relax the muscle. A heating pad placed on the muscle can also help.
Foot cramp Kidney Failure can be caused by a number of possible causes including:
-Low levels of potassium: Potassium deficiency may trigger leg cramp in stage 4 kidney failure. If swelling occurs, diuretic medicines may be used to help the removal of fluid from body. The use of diuretic medicine is very likely to lower the level of potassium in body. In addition, diarrhea can be an attributable factor.
-Poor blood flow: If you are a diabetic, you may have experience poor blood flow,especially in extremities.Uncontrolled blood sugar level is the major culprit of poor blood flow in Diabetes.
-Low levels of calcium:As the levels of phosphorus in blood increase,more calcium will be pulled out of bones. Low levels of calcium in body can result in cramps in foot, leg etc.
How to alleviate leg cramp with kidney failure?
-Potassium Balanced Diet.
- If you are taking any medicine not prescribed by a doctor, stop taking it. Talk to your doctor if you think you need to continue taking the medicine.
- Take a warm shower or bath to relax the muscle. A heating pad placed on the muscle can also help.
Natural Treatment for controlling proteinuria
Proteinuria may accelerate the progression of kidney disease to End-Stage
Renal Disease (ESRD), so it is very necessary to control protein leakage as soon
as possible.Chinese herbs, compared with western medicines, have fewer side
effects and more benefits, more and more patients prefer Chinese herbs to treat
their proteinuria due to Nephrotic Syndrome.
Certain herbs may be helpful in reducing proteinuria and promote kidney function. These herbs include cistanche, tribulus terrestris and rencare; Chinese rhubarb, grape seed extract, red clover, dandelion, marshmallow, watermelon seeds, juniper, parsley, goldenrod, bearberry, hydrangea, celery, buchu and so on.
Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy is based on Chinese medicine and used externally.The activated Chinese medicine plays an important role in repairing kidney tissues and improving kidney functions.They enters into kidney directly with the help of osmosis machines.What’s more,Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy avoids side effects thus protecting kidney function. In this way, proteinuria in CKD will be cured and kidney patients can have a good recovery.
There are a number of other treatment options.However, diet control and lifestyle changes are recommended before the use of medication. Also, exercise is considered very important not only because it helps bring down blood sugar levels but also because it brings down the risk of other lifestyle-related illnesses such as coronary artery disease.
Certain herbs may be helpful in reducing proteinuria and promote kidney function. These herbs include cistanche, tribulus terrestris and rencare; Chinese rhubarb, grape seed extract, red clover, dandelion, marshmallow, watermelon seeds, juniper, parsley, goldenrod, bearberry, hydrangea, celery, buchu and so on.
Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy is based on Chinese medicine and used externally.The activated Chinese medicine plays an important role in repairing kidney tissues and improving kidney functions.They enters into kidney directly with the help of osmosis machines.What’s more,Micro-Chinese Medicine Osmotherapy avoids side effects thus protecting kidney function. In this way, proteinuria in CKD will be cured and kidney patients can have a good recovery.
There are a number of other treatment options.However, diet control and lifestyle changes are recommended before the use of medication. Also, exercise is considered very important not only because it helps bring down blood sugar levels but also because it brings down the risk of other lifestyle-related illnesses such as coronary artery disease.
2014年1月21日星期二
Lower High BUN Levels in Kidney Therapy China
High BUN levels usually indicate kidney damage for kidneys work to remove the
BUN from your blood. When kidneys cannot function well, BUN will build up in
your body, causing High BUN Levels.
Urea nitrogen is produced while protein is metabolized in our body and many conditions can cause high BUN levels like high intake of protein, drinking less water, renal ischemia and some kidney problems.
Following this type of diet may also slow the progression of kidney disease.which foods to eat and which foods to limit. High-potassium foods to avoid include tomatoes, oranges, potatoes, chocolate and nuts. People with kidney disease should avoid the sodium content of foods such as fast food, frozen meals, canned vegetables, pickled or cured meats, canned soups, cheese, salted pretzels and salted potato chips. Foods that contain high levels of phosphorus include corn, chocolate, dairy products, fish and eggs. Red meat, poultry, fish and nuts have high levels of protein.
When Kidney Disease comes, usually not only one symptoms appear in patients. If your BUN levels increase, you are suggested to Test and find other symptoms. If you are interested about kidney disease symptoms, you can email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com. We will give you further info via email.
Urea nitrogen is produced while protein is metabolized in our body and many conditions can cause high BUN levels like high intake of protein, drinking less water, renal ischemia and some kidney problems.
Following this type of diet may also slow the progression of kidney disease.which foods to eat and which foods to limit. High-potassium foods to avoid include tomatoes, oranges, potatoes, chocolate and nuts. People with kidney disease should avoid the sodium content of foods such as fast food, frozen meals, canned vegetables, pickled or cured meats, canned soups, cheese, salted pretzels and salted potato chips. Foods that contain high levels of phosphorus include corn, chocolate, dairy products, fish and eggs. Red meat, poultry, fish and nuts have high levels of protein.
When Kidney Disease comes, usually not only one symptoms appear in patients. If your BUN levels increase, you are suggested to Test and find other symptoms. If you are interested about kidney disease symptoms, you can email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com. We will give you further info via email.
What BUN and Creatinine Level is Dialysis Needed
Generally speaking, dialysis is commonly suggested to patients when their
creatinine level reaches 5.0mg/DL. As BUN and creatinine levels are two
important indicators of kidney function, people especially with Kidney Failure
usually want to know the answer to this question.
The importance of dialysis.
Dialysis is one of the common methods used to help kidneys discharge the waste products and toxins in blood. It is regarded as an artificial kidney. Sufficient dialysis can help relieve the symptoms and control the progression of the initial disease as well as prevent complications. Normally, patients with dialysis can live another 5 years. Under some emergent circumstance, dialysis is a lifesaver.
If your kidney failure is acute, you may need to begin dialysis when your serum creatinine level is about 442umol/l or BUN level is 21.4mmol/l or more. If your kidney failure is chronic, you may not need dialysis until your BUN is 28.6mmol/l or creatinine level is 707.2umol/l.
Besides, many other factors also affect the time to start dialysis, such as high potassium leve, severe edema, acidosis, renal hypertension, etc. If you have severe complications, you should begin dialysis earlier.
If you have any questions about kidney disease or want to search for new therapies,email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your informations and our experts will help you.
The importance of dialysis.
Dialysis is one of the common methods used to help kidneys discharge the waste products and toxins in blood. It is regarded as an artificial kidney. Sufficient dialysis can help relieve the symptoms and control the progression of the initial disease as well as prevent complications. Normally, patients with dialysis can live another 5 years. Under some emergent circumstance, dialysis is a lifesaver.
If your kidney failure is acute, you may need to begin dialysis when your serum creatinine level is about 442umol/l or BUN level is 21.4mmol/l or more. If your kidney failure is chronic, you may not need dialysis until your BUN is 28.6mmol/l or creatinine level is 707.2umol/l.
Besides, many other factors also affect the time to start dialysis, such as high potassium leve, severe edema, acidosis, renal hypertension, etc. If you have severe complications, you should begin dialysis earlier.
If you have any questions about kidney disease or want to search for new therapies,email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your informations and our experts will help you.
2014年1月20日星期一
How to Treat Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) with Hematuria?
Hematuria means that red blood cells are in the urine. Urine does not
normally contain red blood cells because the filters in the kidney prevent blood
from entering the urine. In hematuria, the filters or other parts of the urinary
tract allow blood to leak into the urine. Microscopic hematuria means that the
blood is detected only with a microscope, while gross hematuria means the urine
appears red or the color of tea or cola.Once hematuria appears, PKD patients are
easy to have abdominal infections accompanied by fever, swelling and decrease in
kidney function. Many PKD patients are eager to find the efficient and safe
treatment.
With the enlargement of cysts, these cysts will oppress the kidney tissues and blood vessels in kidneys, which will cause microcirculation disturbance of kidney tissues. The kidneys will be in a state of hypoxic-ischemic, which will lead to the damage of capillary endothelial cell of kidneys. So blood in urine happens. As to those PKD patients with high blood pressure, the small blood vessels around cysts are easy to rupture.
These cysts may cause many symptoms and keep destroying the kidney function. In clinical, there are many cases that PKD develops into Renal Failure finally for the illness condition can not be controlled well. If wanting to eliminate hematuria, we should start with shrinking the cysts. Unfortunately, there are no efficient treatments for PKD patients in many countries, patients can only wait. When the illness condition turns into Renal Failure, the doctors will recommend you dialysis, after long-term dialysis, kidney transplant will be your last choice.
In addition to this therapy, the patients should keep a good mood and a healthy diet, which can make them recover as soon as possible.
Chinese herbs are recommended to treat hematuria caused by Polycystic Kidney Disease.
Chinese herbs can shrink the cysts by inactivating the epithelial cells and speeding up the blood circulation. Also, Chinese herbs can repair the damaged filtration membrane by dilating blood cells and clear the wastes accumulated in the membrane. Also, Chinese herbs will provide enough nutrition for the repair of kidney damage. In this way, hematuria will go away naturally.
With the enlargement of cysts, these cysts will oppress the kidney tissues and blood vessels in kidneys, which will cause microcirculation disturbance of kidney tissues. The kidneys will be in a state of hypoxic-ischemic, which will lead to the damage of capillary endothelial cell of kidneys. So blood in urine happens. As to those PKD patients with high blood pressure, the small blood vessels around cysts are easy to rupture.
These cysts may cause many symptoms and keep destroying the kidney function. In clinical, there are many cases that PKD develops into Renal Failure finally for the illness condition can not be controlled well. If wanting to eliminate hematuria, we should start with shrinking the cysts. Unfortunately, there are no efficient treatments for PKD patients in many countries, patients can only wait. When the illness condition turns into Renal Failure, the doctors will recommend you dialysis, after long-term dialysis, kidney transplant will be your last choice.
In addition to this therapy, the patients should keep a good mood and a healthy diet, which can make them recover as soon as possible.
Chinese herbs are recommended to treat hematuria caused by Polycystic Kidney Disease.
Chinese herbs can shrink the cysts by inactivating the epithelial cells and speeding up the blood circulation. Also, Chinese herbs can repair the damaged filtration membrane by dilating blood cells and clear the wastes accumulated in the membrane. Also, Chinese herbs will provide enough nutrition for the repair of kidney damage. In this way, hematuria will go away naturally.
Nephrotic Syndrome Diet: What Foods to Eat & Avoid
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder that causes your body to excrete too
much protein in your urine.
Because Nephrotic Syndrome patients both children and adults usually have heavy proteinuria, swelling, hypoalbuminemia and hyperlipidemia, their diet should be the one that can not only ease their symptoms but also protect their kidneys.
For people with nephrotic syndrome, salt or salty foods are suggested to be limited. How to flavor your foods? Try herbs, nonfat sauces, lemon juice etc to replace or reduce the usage of salt. You can also use butter substitutes, nonfat mayonnaise, or nonfat dressing. Always read food labels carefully. Some foods low in fat are high in salt (sodium).
Foods contain high-quality protein: Because their kidneys are damaged, excessive protein intake can increase the burden on the kidneys. Egg white, fish, milk, etc, all can provide high-quality protein to meet the need of your body.
Foods high in calcium: When protein leaks from your kidneys, a lot of calcium will also discharge from the body via proteinuria. Therefore, pay attention to calcium supplement is also necessary for your health.
Eat more foods high in vitamin C: This kind of food is able to help protect remaining kidney function and enhance your immunity. Here, we would like first introduce such two fruits: kiwi fruit and cranberry.
should be avoided because a very high protein diet may cause tubular damage to the kidneys as the kidneys will have to filter more of the proteins. But moderate protein intake (about 1 gm/kg body weight) is mandatory to compensate for the protein loss in the urine.
should be avoided as the cholesterol and triglyceride levels tend to be high in patients with Nephrotic syndrome. The diet must be high in calories so as to conserve proteins, yet low in fats. Excess of oily food and saturated fats (ghee, margarine, etc) should be avoided.
Sodium in the diet should be minimum so as to prevent fluid accumulation and oedema.
Because Nephrotic Syndrome patients both children and adults usually have heavy proteinuria, swelling, hypoalbuminemia and hyperlipidemia, their diet should be the one that can not only ease their symptoms but also protect their kidneys.
For people with nephrotic syndrome, salt or salty foods are suggested to be limited. How to flavor your foods? Try herbs, nonfat sauces, lemon juice etc to replace or reduce the usage of salt. You can also use butter substitutes, nonfat mayonnaise, or nonfat dressing. Always read food labels carefully. Some foods low in fat are high in salt (sodium).
Foods contain high-quality protein: Because their kidneys are damaged, excessive protein intake can increase the burden on the kidneys. Egg white, fish, milk, etc, all can provide high-quality protein to meet the need of your body.
Foods high in calcium: When protein leaks from your kidneys, a lot of calcium will also discharge from the body via proteinuria. Therefore, pay attention to calcium supplement is also necessary for your health.
Eat more foods high in vitamin C: This kind of food is able to help protect remaining kidney function and enhance your immunity. Here, we would like first introduce such two fruits: kiwi fruit and cranberry.
should be avoided because a very high protein diet may cause tubular damage to the kidneys as the kidneys will have to filter more of the proteins. But moderate protein intake (about 1 gm/kg body weight) is mandatory to compensate for the protein loss in the urine.
should be avoided as the cholesterol and triglyceride levels tend to be high in patients with Nephrotic syndrome. The diet must be high in calories so as to conserve proteins, yet low in fats. Excess of oily food and saturated fats (ghee, margarine, etc) should be avoided.
Sodium in the diet should be minimum so as to prevent fluid accumulation and oedema.
2014年1月19日星期日
Phosphorus and Chronic Kidney Disease
When you have chronic kidney disease, you need to make changes in your diet,
including:
Limiting fluids
Eating a low-protein diet (this may be recommended)
Restricting salt, potassium, phosphorous, and other electrolytes
Getting enough calories if you are losing weight
High levels of phosphorus and bone disease
Because unhealthy kidneys are no longer able to remove phosphorus from the blood and get rid of the excess in urine, high levels of phosphorus (hyperphosphatemia) is a problem for people with stage 4 and 5 kidney disease, especially stage 5 (also known as end stage renal disease or ESRD).
High levels of phosphorus in the blood can cause:
bone and heart problems that lead to hospital stays and in some cases death
too much PTH to be released, which over time can weaken bones and make them more likely to break and develop renal osteodystrophy
low blood calcium, which causes calcium to be taken from the bones
calcification or hardening of tissues when phosphorus and calcium form hard deposits in the heart, arteries, joints, skin or lungs that can be painful and lead to serious health problems
bone pain
Itching
Treatments for controlling phosphorus
People with kidney disease are urged to eat foods that are low in phosphorus. This will help keep the blood level of phosphorus in a healthy range.
Dialysis treatments remove some phosphorus from the blood. It is important that the patient stay on dialysis for their full treatment time for best results. Between dialysis treatments, patients should be careful to limit how much phosphorus they eat.
Depending on your stage of kidney disease, your doctor may also prescribe a medicine called a phosphate binder. This helps to keep phosphorus from building up in your blood. A phosphate binder can be helpful, but you will still need to watch how much phosphorus you eat. Ask your doctor if a phosphate binder is right for you.
Limiting fluids
Eating a low-protein diet (this may be recommended)
Restricting salt, potassium, phosphorous, and other electrolytes
Getting enough calories if you are losing weight
High levels of phosphorus and bone disease
Because unhealthy kidneys are no longer able to remove phosphorus from the blood and get rid of the excess in urine, high levels of phosphorus (hyperphosphatemia) is a problem for people with stage 4 and 5 kidney disease, especially stage 5 (also known as end stage renal disease or ESRD).
High levels of phosphorus in the blood can cause:
bone and heart problems that lead to hospital stays and in some cases death
too much PTH to be released, which over time can weaken bones and make them more likely to break and develop renal osteodystrophy
low blood calcium, which causes calcium to be taken from the bones
calcification or hardening of tissues when phosphorus and calcium form hard deposits in the heart, arteries, joints, skin or lungs that can be painful and lead to serious health problems
bone pain
Itching
Treatments for controlling phosphorus
People with kidney disease are urged to eat foods that are low in phosphorus. This will help keep the blood level of phosphorus in a healthy range.
Dialysis treatments remove some phosphorus from the blood. It is important that the patient stay on dialysis for their full treatment time for best results. Between dialysis treatments, patients should be careful to limit how much phosphorus they eat.
Depending on your stage of kidney disease, your doctor may also prescribe a medicine called a phosphate binder. This helps to keep phosphorus from building up in your blood. A phosphate binder can be helpful, but you will still need to watch how much phosphorus you eat. Ask your doctor if a phosphate binder is right for you.
What Is Cortical Cyst Of Kidney
Renal (Kidney) Cortical Cyst is one of Renal Cysts, which grows in renal
cortex. Cortex is the outer region of kidneys, where glomeruli are located
densely. Even if a small cyst may cause serious damage to the surrounding
glomeruli. Therefore, an early effective treatment is very important for the
patients with Renal Cortical Cyst.
What are the symptoms of renal cortical cysts?
- Large Mass. Large cortical cysts can show up as a palpable flank mass.
- Frequent urination. As kidney cyst may affect the renal tubule function, it may cause frequent urination.
- Pain. Symptoms of a renal cortical cyst include pain in your back and abdomen and along your side between your ribs and hip;
- Bloody or dark urine; it is also known as Hematuria.
- Fevers.
- High Blood Pressure. High Blood Pressure is another symptom of cortical cyst, which tends to occur as cyst enlarges enough.
What are the treatments for renal cortical cyst?
Surgery: surgeries such as cyst puncture or laparoscopic decortication can remove the large cyst and relieve discomforts in short time. But the shortcomings are high recurrent rate. What is more, for small renal cortical cyst, surgery can not be applied.
Herbal medicines: compared with surgeries, herbal medicines takes longer time to shrink the renal cortical cysts. But the good points are lasting effects and much reduced recurrence and risk. What is more, it can be used to treat small renal cortical cysts.
Prognosis
Renal cysts are generally not harmful. Unless they cause extreme pain or are an unusually large size and pressing against other organs or nerves, many doctors take a "wait and see" approach to treatment. In most cases, the cyst will disappear with no intervention. If the cyst grows, it may be biopsied to rule out cancer, and removed. In most cases, cancer is not the cause of a renal cyst.
What are the symptoms of renal cortical cysts?
- Large Mass. Large cortical cysts can show up as a palpable flank mass.
- Frequent urination. As kidney cyst may affect the renal tubule function, it may cause frequent urination.
- Pain. Symptoms of a renal cortical cyst include pain in your back and abdomen and along your side between your ribs and hip;
- Bloody or dark urine; it is also known as Hematuria.
- Fevers.
- High Blood Pressure. High Blood Pressure is another symptom of cortical cyst, which tends to occur as cyst enlarges enough.
What are the treatments for renal cortical cyst?
Surgery: surgeries such as cyst puncture or laparoscopic decortication can remove the large cyst and relieve discomforts in short time. But the shortcomings are high recurrent rate. What is more, for small renal cortical cyst, surgery can not be applied.
Herbal medicines: compared with surgeries, herbal medicines takes longer time to shrink the renal cortical cysts. But the good points are lasting effects and much reduced recurrence and risk. What is more, it can be used to treat small renal cortical cysts.
Prognosis
Renal cysts are generally not harmful. Unless they cause extreme pain or are an unusually large size and pressing against other organs or nerves, many doctors take a "wait and see" approach to treatment. In most cases, the cyst will disappear with no intervention. If the cyst grows, it may be biopsied to rule out cancer, and removed. In most cases, cancer is not the cause of a renal cyst.
2014年1月18日星期六
Contraindicated Drugs for Kidney Disease
Renal disease patients have to take many drugs to alleviate symptoms and make
them more comfortable. Taking drugs should be under the instruction of doctor.
Improper drugs do not only have no effects, but also deteriorate your
illness.
some drugs should be contraindicated or at least should not be taken as long-term remedy.
The following is a drug list that renal disease patients should avoid or at least know their potential damages to the kidneys.
1. Antibiotics.Too much and frequent use of antibiotic, such as neomycin, gentamicin, amikacin, tobramycin, streptomycin etc.
2. Antiviral drugs.
3. Painkillers.
4. Capoten. Capoten is a kind of antihypertensive drug and should be avoided by Chronic Kidney Failure patients.
5. Diuretics.Diuretic is a kind of drugs that can be used to treat fluid retention. In some cases of Chronic Kidney Failure, diuretics are necessary and helpful, but in some others, overuse of some diuretics can cause electrolyte imbalance and worsen renal damages.
6. Hormones and immunosuppressants.Prednisone, cyclosporine are commonly prescribed drugs to renal disease patients. It is recommended that prednisone is not prescribed until protein level in urine is very high because prednisone has many side effects.
In this article, we have introduced some Contraindicated Drugs for Chronic Kidney Failure patients, and hope it is helpful. As space is limited, the detailed informationcan not be list here. If you would like to know more, please contact our doctor online or leave us a message. We are glad to help you.
some drugs should be contraindicated or at least should not be taken as long-term remedy.
The following is a drug list that renal disease patients should avoid or at least know their potential damages to the kidneys.
1. Antibiotics.Too much and frequent use of antibiotic, such as neomycin, gentamicin, amikacin, tobramycin, streptomycin etc.
2. Antiviral drugs.
3. Painkillers.
4. Capoten. Capoten is a kind of antihypertensive drug and should be avoided by Chronic Kidney Failure patients.
5. Diuretics.Diuretic is a kind of drugs that can be used to treat fluid retention. In some cases of Chronic Kidney Failure, diuretics are necessary and helpful, but in some others, overuse of some diuretics can cause electrolyte imbalance and worsen renal damages.
6. Hormones and immunosuppressants.Prednisone, cyclosporine are commonly prescribed drugs to renal disease patients. It is recommended that prednisone is not prescribed until protein level in urine is very high because prednisone has many side effects.
In this article, we have introduced some Contraindicated Drugs for Chronic Kidney Failure patients, and hope it is helpful. As space is limited, the detailed informationcan not be list here. If you would like to know more, please contact our doctor online or leave us a message. We are glad to help you.
2014年1月17日星期五
Chinese Therapies for Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP)
Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) is a disease involving inflammation of small
bloodvessels. It most commonly occurs in children. The inflammation causes blood
vessels in the skin, intestines, kidneys, and joints to start leaking. The main
symptom is a rash with numerous small bruises, which have a raised appearance,
over the legs or buttocks.
What are the causes of HSP?
Henoch-Schönlein purpura is caused by an abnormal immune system response in which the body’s immune system attacks the body’s own cells and organs. Usually, the immune system makes antibodies, or proteins, to protect the body from foreign substances such as bacteria or viruses. In HSP, these antibodies attack the blood vessels. The factors that cause this immune system response are not known. However, in 30 to 50 percent of cases, people have an upper respiratory tract infection, such as a cold, before getting HSP.
Symptoms of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
The classic symptoms of HSP are rash, joint pain and swelling, abdominal pain, and/or related kidney disease, including blood in urine. Before these symptoms begin, patients may have two to three weeks of fever, headache, and muscular aches and pains. Rarely, other organs, such as the brain, heart, or lungs, may be affected.
Treatment
Doctors prescribe lots of pills which can relieve symptoms.When you are in end-stage renal disease,doctors advise you to accept dialysis and kidney transplant.Hemodialysis is the most common treatment for purpura nephritis.
Kidney therapy china
Immunotherapy is an effective treatment which focus on solving purpura nephritis with lots of successful cases.Our experts have researched many years and finally give hope to purpura nephritis sufferers.Immunotherapy is based on Chinese medicine which is well-known in the world and can treat kidney disease from the root.You can learn more about immunotherapy by emailing to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your conditions in detail.After reading it carefully,you will clear about why we have many successful cases by applying immunotherapy.
What are the causes of HSP?
Henoch-Schönlein purpura is caused by an abnormal immune system response in which the body’s immune system attacks the body’s own cells and organs. Usually, the immune system makes antibodies, or proteins, to protect the body from foreign substances such as bacteria or viruses. In HSP, these antibodies attack the blood vessels. The factors that cause this immune system response are not known. However, in 30 to 50 percent of cases, people have an upper respiratory tract infection, such as a cold, before getting HSP.
Symptoms of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
The classic symptoms of HSP are rash, joint pain and swelling, abdominal pain, and/or related kidney disease, including blood in urine. Before these symptoms begin, patients may have two to three weeks of fever, headache, and muscular aches and pains. Rarely, other organs, such as the brain, heart, or lungs, may be affected.
Treatment
Doctors prescribe lots of pills which can relieve symptoms.When you are in end-stage renal disease,doctors advise you to accept dialysis and kidney transplant.Hemodialysis is the most common treatment for purpura nephritis.
Kidney therapy china
Immunotherapy is an effective treatment which focus on solving purpura nephritis with lots of successful cases.Our experts have researched many years and finally give hope to purpura nephritis sufferers.Immunotherapy is based on Chinese medicine which is well-known in the world and can treat kidney disease from the root.You can learn more about immunotherapy by emailing to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your conditions in detail.After reading it carefully,you will clear about why we have many successful cases by applying immunotherapy.
IgA Nephropathy and Kidney Transplants
Recurrence of IgAN. A common question about kidney transplants among IgAN
patients is whether the IgAN will come back in the transplanted kidney. The
answer is yes. Current information suggests that if all post-transplant IgAN
patients were biopsied, IgAN would be found to have recurred in up to 50% of
transplants within the first 10 years (and possibly 100% of them by 10-20 years,
but that it leads to loss of the transplanted kidney in about 5 to 10% of
patients (before graft loss occurs for other reasons). It is also thought that
the rate of progression of any recurrence is unlikely to be faster than the
original disease was. Based on that, transplant centers have no hesitation in
transplanting IgAN patients. It's just not considered to be a factor. A kidney
transplant is considered the best overall treatment for renal failure in IgAN
patients after they reach end-stage renal disease. But there is really no way to
predict how fast recurrence might happen in any given individual.
High recurrence rate of IgA Nephropathy after kidney transplant
IgA Nephropathy recurs commonly after a kidney transplant. If post-transplanted patient with IgAN did a kidney biopsy, approximately 60% of them would have evidence of the disorder in the biopsy specimen. About 20-40% of patients actually have abnormal protein or blood detected in the urine due to recurrent IgA Nephropathy. On average, the recurrent often happens around 2.5 years after the kidney transplant.
It's a treatment. Transplant nephrologists would usually advise you not to worry about this. In all cases, a kidney transplant is a treatment, not a cure, no matter what kidney disease caused the renal failure. While every effort will be made to extend the transplant's life for as long as possible, a kidney transplant is never promised to last forever, and loss of the kidney due to rejection is a far greater concern than recurrence of IgAN. In a way, when you get to that stage, having gotten there due to IgAN is somewhat of a blessing, as opposed to, say, diabetes. IgAN patients are generally recognized as being among the very healthiest of kidney patients, other than having kidney failure. Therefore, the chances of qualifying for a kidney transplant are greater, and the chances of living a healthy life after the transplant are probably greater as well. Observations suggest that survival of a cadaveric kidney transplant in IgAN patients is among the highest among all ESRD patients from various causes, despite the risk of IgAN recurrence.
In order to treat IgA Nephropathy and Chronic Kidney Disease,we treat our blood in the first place.Toxins and wastes do damage to blood vessel thus destroying blood-forming system and coagulation system.Blood Pollution Therapy is also on the basis of Chinese Medicines.Chinese Medicines provide nutritions and useful substances for the recovery of blood systems.As the blood system is regulated,kidney also has a better environment for its recovery.
With the help of Blood Purification,we ensure clear away stasis completely thus helping our kidneys to realize self-recovery.
High recurrence rate of IgA Nephropathy after kidney transplant
IgA Nephropathy recurs commonly after a kidney transplant. If post-transplanted patient with IgAN did a kidney biopsy, approximately 60% of them would have evidence of the disorder in the biopsy specimen. About 20-40% of patients actually have abnormal protein or blood detected in the urine due to recurrent IgA Nephropathy. On average, the recurrent often happens around 2.5 years after the kidney transplant.
It's a treatment. Transplant nephrologists would usually advise you not to worry about this. In all cases, a kidney transplant is a treatment, not a cure, no matter what kidney disease caused the renal failure. While every effort will be made to extend the transplant's life for as long as possible, a kidney transplant is never promised to last forever, and loss of the kidney due to rejection is a far greater concern than recurrence of IgAN. In a way, when you get to that stage, having gotten there due to IgAN is somewhat of a blessing, as opposed to, say, diabetes. IgAN patients are generally recognized as being among the very healthiest of kidney patients, other than having kidney failure. Therefore, the chances of qualifying for a kidney transplant are greater, and the chances of living a healthy life after the transplant are probably greater as well. Observations suggest that survival of a cadaveric kidney transplant in IgAN patients is among the highest among all ESRD patients from various causes, despite the risk of IgAN recurrence.
In order to treat IgA Nephropathy and Chronic Kidney Disease,we treat our blood in the first place.Toxins and wastes do damage to blood vessel thus destroying blood-forming system and coagulation system.Blood Pollution Therapy is also on the basis of Chinese Medicines.Chinese Medicines provide nutritions and useful substances for the recovery of blood systems.As the blood system is regulated,kidney also has a better environment for its recovery.
With the help of Blood Purification,we ensure clear away stasis completely thus helping our kidneys to realize self-recovery.
2014年1月15日星期三
Aloe Vera Juice and Kidney Disease in China
Aloe vera juice is a clear liquid derived from the leaves of the Aloe
barbadensis plant. Aloe vera juice contains many nutrients and displays both
antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Kidney disease has a number of
causes and manifestations and sometimes ends in kidney failure if not properly
remedied.
In your daily life, you must have this experience: to apply aloe vera to the wound. Bud do you know how it effects? This takes advantage of the anti-inflammation function of aloe vera.
Aloe vera Benefits
-Boosts nourishment. Aloe vera juice has the capacity to augment the antioxidant effects of certain vitamins such as vitamins E and C. This is due to its ability to enhance the quality of blood and help carrying the essential nutrients and the oxygen efficiently to the body’s tissues and cells.
-Regulates blood pressure. With its ability to reverse blood stickiness, and promoting circulatory health by making the blood flow smoothly, preventing the heart from pumping forcibly Aloe Vera helps lower high blood pressure.
-Prevents cholesterol and triglycerides. Aloe vera juice helps balance blood chemistry improving the viscosity of the blood. This helps maintain healthy triglyceride and cholesterol levels, improving cardiac performance.
-Protects renal health. Aloe vera is beneficial for particular kinds of renal diseases as they help flush out excess water from the body. They prevent renal diseases caused by Type 2 diabetes. They protect the body against the risk of kidney stones by defending oxalates from invading the body.
Aloe Vera is cold in property and bitter in taste, and as is analyzed from Chinese Medicine theory, is not suitable for patients with weakness in spleen and stomach, and those with cold physical constitution. Kidney disease patients usually have Yang and Qi deficiency, so excess use of Aloe Vera may cause some adverse effects.
Patients with kidney diseases are suggested to avoid using Aloe Vera on them own for their own health. To avoid toxic effects, it is necessary to consult with your primary care physician before supplementing with Aloe Vera products.
In your daily life, you must have this experience: to apply aloe vera to the wound. Bud do you know how it effects? This takes advantage of the anti-inflammation function of aloe vera.
Aloe vera Benefits
-Boosts nourishment. Aloe vera juice has the capacity to augment the antioxidant effects of certain vitamins such as vitamins E and C. This is due to its ability to enhance the quality of blood and help carrying the essential nutrients and the oxygen efficiently to the body’s tissues and cells.
-Regulates blood pressure. With its ability to reverse blood stickiness, and promoting circulatory health by making the blood flow smoothly, preventing the heart from pumping forcibly Aloe Vera helps lower high blood pressure.
-Prevents cholesterol and triglycerides. Aloe vera juice helps balance blood chemistry improving the viscosity of the blood. This helps maintain healthy triglyceride and cholesterol levels, improving cardiac performance.
-Protects renal health. Aloe vera is beneficial for particular kinds of renal diseases as they help flush out excess water from the body. They prevent renal diseases caused by Type 2 diabetes. They protect the body against the risk of kidney stones by defending oxalates from invading the body.
Aloe Vera is cold in property and bitter in taste, and as is analyzed from Chinese Medicine theory, is not suitable for patients with weakness in spleen and stomach, and those with cold physical constitution. Kidney disease patients usually have Yang and Qi deficiency, so excess use of Aloe Vera may cause some adverse effects.
Patients with kidney diseases are suggested to avoid using Aloe Vera on them own for their own health. To avoid toxic effects, it is necessary to consult with your primary care physician before supplementing with Aloe Vera products.
How Dry Weight and Fluid Gain Affect Dialysis Patients
A person with healthy kidneys may urinate up to seven times a day. Most
people on dialysis; however, make little to no urine, because their kidneys are
no longer properly removing wastes and extra fluid from the body. Without
urination, fluid builds up in the body and can cause swelling, shortness of
breath and/or weight gain. Hemodialysis filters the blood to remove excess fluid
from your blood to get you down to your dry weight.
What is dry weight?
Dry weight is your weight without the excess fluid that builds up between dialysis treatments. This weight is similar to what a person with normal kidney function would weigh after urinating. It is the lowest weight you can safely reach after dialysis without developing symptoms of low blood pressure such as cramping, which can occur when too much fluid is removed.
Dialysis cannot rid the body of fluid as effectively as healthy kidneys that work around the clock. Most hemodialysis patients go to dialysis treatment three times a week for about four hours, so the body holds onto extra fluid and waste in the days between treatments.
Fluid is removed during dialysis to return the patient to his or her dry weight by the end of the treatment. Ideally, the goal is to target a weight where the patient will be normally hydrated (not feel thirsty) and feel comfortable.
How is dry weight determined?
In most cases, dry weight is an estimate determined by your doctor, based on his or her experience and your input. Your doctor will prescribe your dry weight based on your weight when you have:
normal blood pressure
the absence of edema or swelling
neck veins that are not distended
the absence of lung sounds (rales and crackles) related to fluid overload
no shortness of breath or congestive heart failure
a normal size heart shadow on X-ray
It is generally a clinical estimate since there are no reliable scientific ways of measuring dry weight. Many patients can be above their dry weight and have extra fluid without it being noticeable or causing clinical symptoms.
Dry weight should be assessed every three to six weeks and adjusted when a patient gains or loses actual weight. Other factors, such as urine output and swelling between treatments, also should be considered when adjusting the dry weight. (Urine output often stops completely after six months of being on hemodialysis.) Your doctor will determine dry weight gain, as opposed to fluid weight gain.
What is dry weight?
Dry weight is your weight without the excess fluid that builds up between dialysis treatments. This weight is similar to what a person with normal kidney function would weigh after urinating. It is the lowest weight you can safely reach after dialysis without developing symptoms of low blood pressure such as cramping, which can occur when too much fluid is removed.
Dialysis cannot rid the body of fluid as effectively as healthy kidneys that work around the clock. Most hemodialysis patients go to dialysis treatment three times a week for about four hours, so the body holds onto extra fluid and waste in the days between treatments.
Fluid is removed during dialysis to return the patient to his or her dry weight by the end of the treatment. Ideally, the goal is to target a weight where the patient will be normally hydrated (not feel thirsty) and feel comfortable.
How is dry weight determined?
In most cases, dry weight is an estimate determined by your doctor, based on his or her experience and your input. Your doctor will prescribe your dry weight based on your weight when you have:
normal blood pressure
the absence of edema or swelling
neck veins that are not distended
the absence of lung sounds (rales and crackles) related to fluid overload
no shortness of breath or congestive heart failure
a normal size heart shadow on X-ray
It is generally a clinical estimate since there are no reliable scientific ways of measuring dry weight. Many patients can be above their dry weight and have extra fluid without it being noticeable or causing clinical symptoms.
Dry weight should be assessed every three to six weeks and adjusted when a patient gains or loses actual weight. Other factors, such as urine output and swelling between treatments, also should be considered when adjusting the dry weight. (Urine output often stops completely after six months of being on hemodialysis.) Your doctor will determine dry weight gain, as opposed to fluid weight gain.
2014年1月14日星期二
Flax Seeds Help you Fight Against Kidney Disease
Protect against heart disease, lower cholesterol and control high blood
pressure
Several studies indicate that flaxseed oil can lower cholesterol, thereby significantly reducing the risk of heart disease. It may help prevent elevated blood pressure by inhibiting inflammatory reactions that case artery-hardening plaque and poor circulation. Taking flaxseed oil may also protect against chest pain.
Flax & Kidney Disease
Flaxseed has demonstrated useful anti-inflammatory and antioxidative properties in a number of animal models and human diseases. Flaxseed may also inhibit sclerosis and formation of scar tissue. In recent years, researchers have been investigating whether the phytoestrogens and lignans from foods such as flaxseed can play a beneficially therapeutic role in kidney disease, which often involves destructive inflammatory, oxidative and sclerotic processes. The answer seems to be quite positive.
"There is growing evidence that dietary phytoestrogens have a beneficial role in chronic renal disease," say Drs. M.T. Velasquez and S.J. Bhathena. They note recent findings that suggest that "consumption of soy-based protein rich in isoflavones and flaxseed rich in lignans retards the development and progression of chronic renal disease. In several animal models of renal disease, both soy protein and flaxseed have been shown to limit or reduce proteinuria and renal pathological lesions associated with progressive renal failure. In studies of human subjects with different types of chronic renal disease, soy protein and flaxseed also appear to moderate proteinuria and preserve renal function."
"Flaxseed appears to be renoprotective in lupus nephritis," the researchers said.
Golden Flaxseeds ~
Reduces Cancer Risk
Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
Reduce the Pain of Arthritis
Lessen the Symptoms of Asthma, Allergies and Eczema
Reduce Symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder
Stabilize Blood Sugars
Relieve Constipation and Diarrhea
A Significant Aid For Lupus Sufferers
Though can flaxseed oil bring some certain benefits to chronic kidney disease patients, every coin has two sides. Flaxseed can block the esophagus or parts of the intestinal tract. Therefore individuals who have had esophageal or intestinal blockages should not use flaxseed. Side effects associated with taking flaxseed are gastrointestinal complaints such as diarrhea, gas, nausea, and stomach pain. Allergic reactions have been reported by individuals who took flaxseed or flaxseed oil.
You can tell us which stage of chronic kidney disease you are in by leaving a message below or sending an email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com, then you will surely get the free suggestions about diet.
Several studies indicate that flaxseed oil can lower cholesterol, thereby significantly reducing the risk of heart disease. It may help prevent elevated blood pressure by inhibiting inflammatory reactions that case artery-hardening plaque and poor circulation. Taking flaxseed oil may also protect against chest pain.
Flax & Kidney Disease
Flaxseed has demonstrated useful anti-inflammatory and antioxidative properties in a number of animal models and human diseases. Flaxseed may also inhibit sclerosis and formation of scar tissue. In recent years, researchers have been investigating whether the phytoestrogens and lignans from foods such as flaxseed can play a beneficially therapeutic role in kidney disease, which often involves destructive inflammatory, oxidative and sclerotic processes. The answer seems to be quite positive.
"There is growing evidence that dietary phytoestrogens have a beneficial role in chronic renal disease," say Drs. M.T. Velasquez and S.J. Bhathena. They note recent findings that suggest that "consumption of soy-based protein rich in isoflavones and flaxseed rich in lignans retards the development and progression of chronic renal disease. In several animal models of renal disease, both soy protein and flaxseed have been shown to limit or reduce proteinuria and renal pathological lesions associated with progressive renal failure. In studies of human subjects with different types of chronic renal disease, soy protein and flaxseed also appear to moderate proteinuria and preserve renal function."
"Flaxseed appears to be renoprotective in lupus nephritis," the researchers said.
Golden Flaxseeds ~
Reduces Cancer Risk
Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
Reduce the Pain of Arthritis
Lessen the Symptoms of Asthma, Allergies and Eczema
Reduce Symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder
Stabilize Blood Sugars
Relieve Constipation and Diarrhea
A Significant Aid For Lupus Sufferers
Though can flaxseed oil bring some certain benefits to chronic kidney disease patients, every coin has two sides. Flaxseed can block the esophagus or parts of the intestinal tract. Therefore individuals who have had esophageal or intestinal blockages should not use flaxseed. Side effects associated with taking flaxseed are gastrointestinal complaints such as diarrhea, gas, nausea, and stomach pain. Allergic reactions have been reported by individuals who took flaxseed or flaxseed oil.
You can tell us which stage of chronic kidney disease you are in by leaving a message below or sending an email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com, then you will surely get the free suggestions about diet.
CKD Patients and Almonds
Helping kidneys to control body chemistry by eating a sensible diet is an
important part of managing chronic kidney disease (CKD). Being careful about
what is eaten can reduce the amount of fluid and waste build-up, helping to
minimise symptoms and side effects of CKD.
Your dietary needs change with the different stages of your kidney failure. Other than reducing salt and fat intake, there is no standard kidney disease diet.
Almonds have many health benefits and are a kind of preferred food for many patients.However,can patients with stage 3 kidney failure eat almonds as they have many restrictions on diet?
Almonds are of highly nutritious and of high medical values. It contains rich protein, fat, sugar, carotene, B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin P as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron, etc.
Almonds are good for controlling high blood sugar. Sweet almonds contain rich fibers which can make patients have full feeling and help control body weight. Bitter almonds can help prevent and treat diabetes caused by anti-tumor drug alloxan.
Almonds also have beauty effect by promoting blood circulation of the skin.
Eating almonds help treat inflammations and ease pains.
Almonds also have anti-oxidant and anti-tumor properties.
Almonds can alleviate digestive disorders. Almonds contain fatty oil and it has the role of embellish aperient bowel and it can be used to alleviate constipation.
Considerations
As almonds have so many health benefits,they are recommended to patients with stage 3 kidney failure.However,it is important for them to keep moderated consumption. What is the recommended daily consumption of almonds for people with stage 3 kidney failure? Chat with our online doctor for advices.
Your dietary needs change with the different stages of your kidney failure. Other than reducing salt and fat intake, there is no standard kidney disease diet.
Almonds have many health benefits and are a kind of preferred food for many patients.However,can patients with stage 3 kidney failure eat almonds as they have many restrictions on diet?
Almonds are of highly nutritious and of high medical values. It contains rich protein, fat, sugar, carotene, B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin P as well as calcium, phosphorus, iron, etc.
Almonds are good for controlling high blood sugar. Sweet almonds contain rich fibers which can make patients have full feeling and help control body weight. Bitter almonds can help prevent and treat diabetes caused by anti-tumor drug alloxan.
Almonds also have beauty effect by promoting blood circulation of the skin.
Eating almonds help treat inflammations and ease pains.
Almonds also have anti-oxidant and anti-tumor properties.
Almonds can alleviate digestive disorders. Almonds contain fatty oil and it has the role of embellish aperient bowel and it can be used to alleviate constipation.
Considerations
As almonds have so many health benefits,they are recommended to patients with stage 3 kidney failure.However,it is important for them to keep moderated consumption. What is the recommended daily consumption of almonds for people with stage 3 kidney failure? Chat with our online doctor for advices.
2014年1月11日星期六
How to Treat Kidney Disease Naturally
Nobody wants to be told that they have health problems, and those suffering
from kidney disease or any kidney related health complaint are no different.
Fortunately, there are natural ways to rid yourself of kidney disease which have
no negative side effects much like some forms of Western medicine.
However, what on earth the natural treatment for fixing damaged kidneys.
Dietary Changes
The main priority of making changes to your kidney disease diet is so that you will consume the foods that do not counteract or put stress on the kidneys. Limiting the amount of salt and protein within your diet will lessen the strain on the kidneys. Phosphorus and potassium are also commonly avoided.
Apple cider vinegar has been used for many bodily functions and is great for healing any kidney related problems.
Apple cider vinegar has been used for many bodily functions and is great for healing any kidney related problems.
Hot Compress Therapy
This is one of the best herbal remedies used to repair kidney damage and restore the overall renal function. It is an external application with no side effect to human body.
Selected Chinese herbal medicines are micronized into small granules that are one thousand times smaller in diameter of the origianl size. With the application of microscope, effective ingredients can reach the renal lesions directly and then function to expand the blood vessels, promote the blood circulation, and increase the blood flow in the kidneys. In this way, the self-renewal of the damaged renal cells will be reactivated, thus repairing the kidney damage and recovering renal function.
Although kidney related diseases can be devastating, it is important to understand that changes to your own lifestyle can help you overcome kidney related health issues.
However, what on earth the natural treatment for fixing damaged kidneys.
Dietary Changes
The main priority of making changes to your kidney disease diet is so that you will consume the foods that do not counteract or put stress on the kidneys. Limiting the amount of salt and protein within your diet will lessen the strain on the kidneys. Phosphorus and potassium are also commonly avoided.
Apple cider vinegar has been used for many bodily functions and is great for healing any kidney related problems.
Apple cider vinegar has been used for many bodily functions and is great for healing any kidney related problems.
Hot Compress Therapy
This is one of the best herbal remedies used to repair kidney damage and restore the overall renal function. It is an external application with no side effect to human body.
Selected Chinese herbal medicines are micronized into small granules that are one thousand times smaller in diameter of the origianl size. With the application of microscope, effective ingredients can reach the renal lesions directly and then function to expand the blood vessels, promote the blood circulation, and increase the blood flow in the kidneys. In this way, the self-renewal of the damaged renal cells will be reactivated, thus repairing the kidney damage and recovering renal function.
Although kidney related diseases can be devastating, it is important to understand that changes to your own lifestyle can help you overcome kidney related health issues.
2014年1月10日星期五
Creatinine Level 1.8 in China
As we all know,kidney disease patients usually get informations from their
laboratory test report like creatinine.Meanwhile,some patients know about their
creatinine level 1.8.What does it mean?and how to treat creatine level 1.8?Our
experts hold a lecture to explain for them.
Creatinine is the waste product of muscular metabolism and its normal range in is 0.6~1.2 mg/dl, although this can differ from lab to alb, between men and woman and by age. But creatinine level 1.8 obviously is higher than the standard levels.
Our kidney is composed of about one million nephron and when only a very small amount of nephron are injured, residual kidney function is potent enough to remove excess creatinine in blood. Therefore, in early stage of kidney disease, creatinine level does not increase at all. Also, this is the reason why kidney disease in early stage causes no symptoms or discomforts at all.
Clinical studies show that creatinine level begins to increase when about a half of kidney tissues are injured. Therefore, although creatinine 1.8 is not very high, but it means kidney function has been impaired severely.
Restore of kidney function: creatinine level increases as impaired kidney fail to excrete excess creatinine in the body, so repairing kidney damages to restore kidney function is the basic for the decrease of creatinine 1.8.
Dietary principles: Proper diet is helpful for protecting residual kidney function and it refers to low-protein diet, low-phosphorus diet, low-salt die, low-potassium and low-fluid diet if there is welling.
If you are interested any of them,please email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your informations in detail and our experts will give you a reply with personal guidance.
Creatinine is the waste product of muscular metabolism and its normal range in is 0.6~1.2 mg/dl, although this can differ from lab to alb, between men and woman and by age. But creatinine level 1.8 obviously is higher than the standard levels.
Our kidney is composed of about one million nephron and when only a very small amount of nephron are injured, residual kidney function is potent enough to remove excess creatinine in blood. Therefore, in early stage of kidney disease, creatinine level does not increase at all. Also, this is the reason why kidney disease in early stage causes no symptoms or discomforts at all.
Clinical studies show that creatinine level begins to increase when about a half of kidney tissues are injured. Therefore, although creatinine 1.8 is not very high, but it means kidney function has been impaired severely.
Restore of kidney function: creatinine level increases as impaired kidney fail to excrete excess creatinine in the body, so repairing kidney damages to restore kidney function is the basic for the decrease of creatinine 1.8.
Dietary principles: Proper diet is helpful for protecting residual kidney function and it refers to low-protein diet, low-phosphorus diet, low-salt die, low-potassium and low-fluid diet if there is welling.
If you are interested any of them,please email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your informations in detail and our experts will give you a reply with personal guidance.
2014年1月9日星期四
How to Take Care of Stage 4 CKD Patients
A person with Stage 4 CKD has advanced kidney damage with a severe decrease
in GFR to 15-30 ml/min. It is likely someone with Stage 4 CKD will need dialysis
or a kidney transplant in the near future.
As kidney function declines, waste products and toxins build up in the blood causing a condition known as "uremia." At Stage 4, complications such as high blood pressure, anemia (a shortage of red blood cells), bone disease, heart disease and other cardiovascular diseases become more likely so it is important that people at Stage 4 CKD pay careful attention to their health.
How can you take care of yourself when you have Stage 4 CKD?
See a nephrologist. MD physicians specialize in kidney disease (Nephrologists) and can use their expertise to help preserve your kidney function for as long as possible as well as keeping you healthy.
Consult a dietitian. What you eat when you have kidney disease can have an impact on how well you can maintain kidney function. A dietitian who is familiar with kidney disease patients can recommend a meal plan individualized for your needs. See our nutritional tips for more ideas on how to plan your daily diet.
Keeping your glucose level under control and maintain a healthy blood pressure. Many people who develop chronic kidney disease have diabetes or high blood pressure. To help preserve your kidney function, keep your glucose levels under control and maintain a healthy blood pressure. If you are prescribed medication, take it exactly as directed by your doctor.
Make healthy choices. It's important to eat well, exercise regularly, and quit smoking to keep yourself as healthy as possible. Just as important, managing stress and taking the time to relax will help you live life to the fullest.
What kind of healthcare do you need?
People in Stage 4 CKD will usually need to visit their doctor every three months or more frequently if required. At your appointments, you will probably have blood tests to check your creatinine, haemoglobin, calcium and phosphorus levels to see how well your kidneys are functioning. The doctor will also monitor your blood pressure and glucose levels and make sure you're in good overall health.
At this stage, the nephrologist will also help prepare you for dialysis or a kidney transplant. The National Kidney Foundation guidelines recommend starting dialysis when kidney function drops to 15% or less.
For more information about life span for renal failure patients, you can leave us a message and give a brief introduction of your current illness and physical conditions so that we can give you more detailed help and suggestions. You can also email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com.
As kidney function declines, waste products and toxins build up in the blood causing a condition known as "uremia." At Stage 4, complications such as high blood pressure, anemia (a shortage of red blood cells), bone disease, heart disease and other cardiovascular diseases become more likely so it is important that people at Stage 4 CKD pay careful attention to their health.
How can you take care of yourself when you have Stage 4 CKD?
See a nephrologist. MD physicians specialize in kidney disease (Nephrologists) and can use their expertise to help preserve your kidney function for as long as possible as well as keeping you healthy.
Consult a dietitian. What you eat when you have kidney disease can have an impact on how well you can maintain kidney function. A dietitian who is familiar with kidney disease patients can recommend a meal plan individualized for your needs. See our nutritional tips for more ideas on how to plan your daily diet.
Keeping your glucose level under control and maintain a healthy blood pressure. Many people who develop chronic kidney disease have diabetes or high blood pressure. To help preserve your kidney function, keep your glucose levels under control and maintain a healthy blood pressure. If you are prescribed medication, take it exactly as directed by your doctor.
Make healthy choices. It's important to eat well, exercise regularly, and quit smoking to keep yourself as healthy as possible. Just as important, managing stress and taking the time to relax will help you live life to the fullest.
What kind of healthcare do you need?
People in Stage 4 CKD will usually need to visit their doctor every three months or more frequently if required. At your appointments, you will probably have blood tests to check your creatinine, haemoglobin, calcium and phosphorus levels to see how well your kidneys are functioning. The doctor will also monitor your blood pressure and glucose levels and make sure you're in good overall health.
At this stage, the nephrologist will also help prepare you for dialysis or a kidney transplant. The National Kidney Foundation guidelines recommend starting dialysis when kidney function drops to 15% or less.
For more information about life span for renal failure patients, you can leave us a message and give a brief introduction of your current illness and physical conditions so that we can give you more detailed help and suggestions. You can also email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com.
2014年1月8日星期三
Dairy Products and PKD
“got milk?®” This phrase --- developed by the California Milk Processor Board
--- has become one of the most recognized slogans in advertising history.
And it is known to us that milk is abundant in protein and calcium, so can patients with this disease drink milk?
Healthy kidneys can regulate the levels of different minerals in body such as calcium, phosphorus, potassium etc. In different stages of PKD, the kidneys’ ability in maintaining the balance varies. Therefore, the dietary regime should also vary from stage to stage based on the individualized illness condition.
We can conclude that diet play a significant role in shrinking cysts, and generally the suggestions are as follows:
Avoided foods
Spicy foods and stimulating foods such as chili, chocolate, coffee and shrimp as well as other similar foods.
Quit drinking and smoking
Study have shown that alcohol can not only elevate blood pressure but also stimulate the growth of renal cysts, so patients with this disorder are suggested to quit drinking and smoking.
Supply of vitamins
Vitamin is very important for our health. Usually, vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamin. Fruits like cranberry and kiwi fruit are all beneficial for our kidneys.
There is no a standard dietary regime for all patients with PKD. Before you starting any dietary plan, you should talk with your doctor or a dietitian firstly.
And it is known to us that milk is abundant in protein and calcium, so can patients with this disease drink milk?
Healthy kidneys can regulate the levels of different minerals in body such as calcium, phosphorus, potassium etc. In different stages of PKD, the kidneys’ ability in maintaining the balance varies. Therefore, the dietary regime should also vary from stage to stage based on the individualized illness condition.
We can conclude that diet play a significant role in shrinking cysts, and generally the suggestions are as follows:
Avoided foods
Spicy foods and stimulating foods such as chili, chocolate, coffee and shrimp as well as other similar foods.
Quit drinking and smoking
Study have shown that alcohol can not only elevate blood pressure but also stimulate the growth of renal cysts, so patients with this disorder are suggested to quit drinking and smoking.
Supply of vitamins
Vitamin is very important for our health. Usually, vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamin. Fruits like cranberry and kiwi fruit are all beneficial for our kidneys.
There is no a standard dietary regime for all patients with PKD. Before you starting any dietary plan, you should talk with your doctor or a dietitian firstly.
2014年1月7日星期二
How to Improve GFR with Kidney Therapy China
Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) is a common clinical index used to reflect
kidney function. Normal GFR range is 90-120 mL/min/1.73m2 . And for kidney
disease patients, they usually have low GFR and the lower the GFR is, the
severer the illness condition is. Improved GFR always means remission of kidney
disease, so almost all the kidney disease patients are eager to know how to
improve GFR naturally.
To improve GFR naturally, kidney disease patients can try Chinese herbs which have function to extend blood vessels, fight against inflammation, fight again coagulation and degrade extracellular matrix. When blood vessels are extended, blood flow in kidney increases,which help to improve GFR effectively. We know with decreased GFR, blood clots are formed easily and anticoagulation function can help to prevent the forming of blood clots,and this helps to make the blood vessels unobstructed. With no obstruction and extended blood vessels, blood flow into kidney more smoothly. In this way, GFR can be improved. Besides, Chinese herbs also can supply the injured glomerular filtration membrane nutrient substances, which in some ways contributes to the repairing of filtration membrane. When injured membrane is repaired, filtration membrane enlarges and much more blood can be filtered within limited time.
Kidney failure can not be cured, and for patients with kidney failure, their GFR can not be increased to the normal range, because these dead kidney intrinsic cells can not be revived. However, as long as GFR is improved effectively, kidney failure patients have chance to avoid dialysis or kidney transplant. GFR can not be improved when all the kidney tissues are necrotic, so it is necessary for kidney failure patients to size the chance to improve GFR before all their kidney tissues are necrotic completely.
We also have many other natural therapies such as Medicated Bath,Acupuncture.If you are interested in our therapies to improve GFR,email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your informations.
To improve GFR naturally, kidney disease patients can try Chinese herbs which have function to extend blood vessels, fight against inflammation, fight again coagulation and degrade extracellular matrix. When blood vessels are extended, blood flow in kidney increases,which help to improve GFR effectively. We know with decreased GFR, blood clots are formed easily and anticoagulation function can help to prevent the forming of blood clots,and this helps to make the blood vessels unobstructed. With no obstruction and extended blood vessels, blood flow into kidney more smoothly. In this way, GFR can be improved. Besides, Chinese herbs also can supply the injured glomerular filtration membrane nutrient substances, which in some ways contributes to the repairing of filtration membrane. When injured membrane is repaired, filtration membrane enlarges and much more blood can be filtered within limited time.
Kidney failure can not be cured, and for patients with kidney failure, their GFR can not be increased to the normal range, because these dead kidney intrinsic cells can not be revived. However, as long as GFR is improved effectively, kidney failure patients have chance to avoid dialysis or kidney transplant. GFR can not be improved when all the kidney tissues are necrotic, so it is necessary for kidney failure patients to size the chance to improve GFR before all their kidney tissues are necrotic completely.
We also have many other natural therapies such as Medicated Bath,Acupuncture.If you are interested in our therapies to improve GFR,email to kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com with your informations.
2014年1月6日星期一
Bubbles in Urine and Kidney Therapy China
Bubbles in urine usually signify the occurrence of certain unwanted matter in
the body that is imparting the bubbly form to urine. Bubbles in urine may be
caused due to simple reasons like minor dehydration or excess urine flow, or
because of some severe underlying condition affecting the patient.
Patients may also note that foamy urine is not the same as bubbles in urine. Forceful elimination of urine can cause additional air to mix with the urine, which can in turn cause the eliminated urine in the toilet bowl to appear frothy.
Causes of bubbles in urine
Some of the causes of bubbles in urine along with the associated symptoms and treatment options are discussed below:
Protein in Urine
The presence of protein in urine is referred to as proteinuria. The urine of healthy humans normally contains trace levels of protein. However, the presence of elevated levels of protein in urine is a symptom of some underlying disorder. Proteinuria may cause bubbles in urine. Protein in urine can be detected via urine tests.
The release of protein in urine is controlled by the glomeruli, a component of the kidneys. Any kind of inflammation or damage to the glomeruli, caused due to varied health complications, can result in excessive outflow of protein into the urine. Such proteinstend to react with the atmospheric air and cause the formation of bubbles in urine after it reaches the water in the toilet bowl.
Other additional signs and symptoms of proteinuria include swelling of the face, feet, hands, and other areas of the body. Patients need to seek medical attention to resolve all cases of protein in urine.
Kidney Abnormalities
The kidneys play a vital role in the filtration of urine. Hence, any type of kidney infection or disease can cause it to malfunction, which includes the release of excess protein in urine. As discussed above, protein in urine can result in the development of bubbles in urine.
Impaired functionality of the kidneys can prevent it from preparing concentrated urine. This can result in an increased desire in the affected person to pass out urine on a frequent basis. Additional symptoms include flank pain, fatigue, high blood pressure, diminished appetite, etc. Most kidney infections and diseases are treated with medications. Kidney stones may require surgical intervention.
Urinary Tract Infections or UTIs
UTIs are another major cause of bubbles in urine. The urinary tract is made up of the ureters, kidneys, urinary bladder, and the urethra. The urinary tract of healthy individuals is generally free from infection by bacteria or other pathogens.
UTIs may be caused after passage of microorganisms into the urinary tract via the urethra or through the bloodstream. Bubbles in urine occurs due to certain pathogens that are responsible for gas formation. UTIs can result in a variety of symptoms such as burning sensations and pain during urination, smelly urine, and increased desire to urinate, especially at night.
Most UTIs are treated with antibiotics. Pain killers may also be given to alleviate the associated pain. Intake of lots of water and sufficient rest is recommended
Vesicocolic Fistula
A fistula is identified by the presence of an abnormal connection between two bodily cavities. A vesicocolic fistula refers to an anomalous connection between the bladder and the colon. It can arise due to varied underlying conditions like tumors or Crohn’s disease. The lower area of the bladder gets swollen up and fluids then accumulate below the skin. Bubbles may occur in these fluids which are later eliminated as bubbles in urine. Patients need to seek medical attention for correct diagnosis and effective treatment.
Minor dehydration
Dehydration can occur due to many reasons such as exposure to elevated heat and humidity, reduced intake of water, vigorous exercising, etc. This can cause the urine to become more concentrated which can lead to formation of bubbles in urine. Additional symptoms associated with dehydration are fatigue, headaches, decreased urine outflow, and dryness of the mouth. People can avoid dehydration by drinking at least 8 glasses of water every day and by taking necessary precautions to avoid excess loss of fluids from the body via perspiration, etc.
Pregnancy and bubbles in urine
Pregnancy can often cause enlargement of the kidneys in some women. This can result in increased permeability of the kidney components that filter urine, eventually leading to excess passage of protein in urine. This causes bubbles in urine. Protein in urine during pregnancy can have severe underlying causes and hence warrants immediate medical attention.
Menstruation and bubbles in urine
Mild dehydration caused due to loss of fluids during menstruation can also result in bubbles in urine. The issue can be resolved via intake of lots of water and other liquids
The amount of bubbles in urine can not exactly reflect the severity of renal damages because different parts of kidneys are damaged in different types of kidney diseases. If only renal tubules are damaged such as in case of renal tubular acidosis, the amount of protein in urine usually less than 1-2g per day since glomeruli can prevent the passing of middle molecular and macromolecular proteins. If glomeruli are damaged, protein in urine can be more than 3.5g/d and there will be more protein in urine if both glomeruli and renal tubules are damaged.
For more information on how to treat bubbles in urine, you can leave us a message and we will give you a satisfied reply within 48 hours via email. Contact us on kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com.
Patients may also note that foamy urine is not the same as bubbles in urine. Forceful elimination of urine can cause additional air to mix with the urine, which can in turn cause the eliminated urine in the toilet bowl to appear frothy.
Causes of bubbles in urine
Some of the causes of bubbles in urine along with the associated symptoms and treatment options are discussed below:
Protein in Urine
The presence of protein in urine is referred to as proteinuria. The urine of healthy humans normally contains trace levels of protein. However, the presence of elevated levels of protein in urine is a symptom of some underlying disorder. Proteinuria may cause bubbles in urine. Protein in urine can be detected via urine tests.
The release of protein in urine is controlled by the glomeruli, a component of the kidneys. Any kind of inflammation or damage to the glomeruli, caused due to varied health complications, can result in excessive outflow of protein into the urine. Such proteinstend to react with the atmospheric air and cause the formation of bubbles in urine after it reaches the water in the toilet bowl.
Other additional signs and symptoms of proteinuria include swelling of the face, feet, hands, and other areas of the body. Patients need to seek medical attention to resolve all cases of protein in urine.
Kidney Abnormalities
The kidneys play a vital role in the filtration of urine. Hence, any type of kidney infection or disease can cause it to malfunction, which includes the release of excess protein in urine. As discussed above, protein in urine can result in the development of bubbles in urine.
Impaired functionality of the kidneys can prevent it from preparing concentrated urine. This can result in an increased desire in the affected person to pass out urine on a frequent basis. Additional symptoms include flank pain, fatigue, high blood pressure, diminished appetite, etc. Most kidney infections and diseases are treated with medications. Kidney stones may require surgical intervention.
Urinary Tract Infections or UTIs
UTIs are another major cause of bubbles in urine. The urinary tract is made up of the ureters, kidneys, urinary bladder, and the urethra. The urinary tract of healthy individuals is generally free from infection by bacteria or other pathogens.
UTIs may be caused after passage of microorganisms into the urinary tract via the urethra or through the bloodstream. Bubbles in urine occurs due to certain pathogens that are responsible for gas formation. UTIs can result in a variety of symptoms such as burning sensations and pain during urination, smelly urine, and increased desire to urinate, especially at night.
Most UTIs are treated with antibiotics. Pain killers may also be given to alleviate the associated pain. Intake of lots of water and sufficient rest is recommended
Vesicocolic Fistula
A fistula is identified by the presence of an abnormal connection between two bodily cavities. A vesicocolic fistula refers to an anomalous connection between the bladder and the colon. It can arise due to varied underlying conditions like tumors or Crohn’s disease. The lower area of the bladder gets swollen up and fluids then accumulate below the skin. Bubbles may occur in these fluids which are later eliminated as bubbles in urine. Patients need to seek medical attention for correct diagnosis and effective treatment.
Minor dehydration
Dehydration can occur due to many reasons such as exposure to elevated heat and humidity, reduced intake of water, vigorous exercising, etc. This can cause the urine to become more concentrated which can lead to formation of bubbles in urine. Additional symptoms associated with dehydration are fatigue, headaches, decreased urine outflow, and dryness of the mouth. People can avoid dehydration by drinking at least 8 glasses of water every day and by taking necessary precautions to avoid excess loss of fluids from the body via perspiration, etc.
Pregnancy and bubbles in urine
Pregnancy can often cause enlargement of the kidneys in some women. This can result in increased permeability of the kidney components that filter urine, eventually leading to excess passage of protein in urine. This causes bubbles in urine. Protein in urine during pregnancy can have severe underlying causes and hence warrants immediate medical attention.
Menstruation and bubbles in urine
Mild dehydration caused due to loss of fluids during menstruation can also result in bubbles in urine. The issue can be resolved via intake of lots of water and other liquids
The amount of bubbles in urine can not exactly reflect the severity of renal damages because different parts of kidneys are damaged in different types of kidney diseases. If only renal tubules are damaged such as in case of renal tubular acidosis, the amount of protein in urine usually less than 1-2g per day since glomeruli can prevent the passing of middle molecular and macromolecular proteins. If glomeruli are damaged, protein in urine can be more than 3.5g/d and there will be more protein in urine if both glomeruli and renal tubules are damaged.
For more information on how to treat bubbles in urine, you can leave us a message and we will give you a satisfied reply within 48 hours via email. Contact us on kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com.
2014年1月5日星期日
Lower high creatinine level but avoid dialysis
How to lower high creatinine level? As we know, creatinine is often looked as
a sign of the kidney damage. When people get high creatinine level, they may
often have some kidney problems.
For a kidney disease patient whose creatinine level in blood is higher than the reference value (0.5-1.2mg/dL), making sure his diet is beneficial for his kidney is very important. A recommended diet for kidney disease patients usually refers to low-protein diet, low-salt diet, low-potassium diet, low-phosphorus diet and high-calcium diet (Leave message to kidneytherapychinat@hotmail.com to get the food lists that are helpful for kidney disease patients). Besides, if there is no fluid retention, patients can drink much more water, as this will help to excrete excess creatinine in blood.
In western country, for high creatinine patients, their doctors only give them some medicines which can lower their creatinine level and some serious symptoms and complications. But this medical treatment cannot remedy their kidney damage, which may worsen the kidney failure. When the patients get higher creatinine level, they will need to start dialysis or wait for a kidney transplant. Once they start dialysis, they will live on it all their lives.
Though dialysis can lower high creatinine level, but it cannot solve the basic cause of high creatinine level and after dialysis, the creatinine will come back again.
In this condition, some Chinese medicine may be helpful for high creatinine level patients. Some Chinese herbal medicines have the function of lowering high creatinine level. They can also repair the impaired kidney tissues and improve the kidney function. After this treatment, people will really lower their high creatinine level.
For a kidney disease patient whose creatinine level in blood is higher than the reference value (0.5-1.2mg/dL), making sure his diet is beneficial for his kidney is very important. A recommended diet for kidney disease patients usually refers to low-protein diet, low-salt diet, low-potassium diet, low-phosphorus diet and high-calcium diet (Leave message to kidneytherapychinat@hotmail.com to get the food lists that are helpful for kidney disease patients). Besides, if there is no fluid retention, patients can drink much more water, as this will help to excrete excess creatinine in blood.
In western country, for high creatinine patients, their doctors only give them some medicines which can lower their creatinine level and some serious symptoms and complications. But this medical treatment cannot remedy their kidney damage, which may worsen the kidney failure. When the patients get higher creatinine level, they will need to start dialysis or wait for a kidney transplant. Once they start dialysis, they will live on it all their lives.
Though dialysis can lower high creatinine level, but it cannot solve the basic cause of high creatinine level and after dialysis, the creatinine will come back again.
In this condition, some Chinese medicine may be helpful for high creatinine level patients. Some Chinese herbal medicines have the function of lowering high creatinine level. They can also repair the impaired kidney tissues and improve the kidney function. After this treatment, people will really lower their high creatinine level.
2014年1月4日星期六
What is Stage 4 Kidney Disease?
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) happens if your kidneys have been damaged.
Kidneys can become damaged from a physical injury or a disease like diabetes or
high blood pressure. Once your kidneys are damaged, they are not able to filter
blood or do their other jobs well enough to keep you healthy. Some of the
important jobs kidneys do:
Filter blood
Balance your body's fluids
Regulate hormones
Help keep blood pressure under control
Keep bones healthy
Help make red blood cells
As kidney function declines waste products build up in the blood causing a condition known as “uremia.” In stage 4 a person is likely to develop complications ofkidney disease such as high blood pressure, anemia (a shortage of red blood cells), bone disease,heart disease and other cardiovascular diseases.
Symptoms that are experienced in stage 4 include:
Fatigue: Feeling tired is common for people with CKD and is often caused by anemia.
Too much fluid: The kidneys may lose their ability to control how much fluid stays in the body. A person may notice swelling (edema) in their lower legs, hands or face around the eyes. With too much fluid someone, could even feel short of breath.
Urination changes: Urine may be foamy if there is protein in it, or dark orange, brown, tea colored or red if it contains blood. A person may urinate more or less than normal, or get up at night to go to the bathroom.
Kidney pain: Most people with CKD do not have kidney pain, but with some kinds of kidney problems, such as polycystic kidney disease (PKD) or infections, they may have pain in their back where the kidneys are located.
Sleep problems: Some people have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Itching, muscle cramps or restless legs can keep them awake.
Nausea: Vomiting or feeling nauseated may occur with CKD.
Taste changes: Food may not taste like it usually does, or may have a metallic taste.
Uremic breath: As urea builds up in the blood, it may be detected in the breathing causing bad breath.
Loss of appetite: People in this stage may not feel like eating, and some people report having a metallic taste in their mouth or bad breath.
Difficulty in concentrating: Having trouble balancing a checkbook or focusing on reading the newspaper can happen with CKD.
Nerve problems: Numbness or tingling in your toes or fingers is a symptom of CKD.
At stage 4 it is necessary to see a nephrologist (a doctor who specializes in treating kidney disease). The nephrologist examines the patient and orders lab tests to gather information to recommend treatment.
A healthy diet for stage 4 CKD may recommend:
Including grains, fruits and vegetables, but limiting whole grains and certain fruits and vegetables if blood tests show phosphorus or potassium levels are above normal.
A diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fats, especially if cholesterol is high or if you have diabetes or heart disease.
Limiting intake of refined and processed foods high in sodium and prepare foods with less salt or high sodium ingredients.
Aiming for a healthy weight by consuming adequate calories and including physical activity each day within your ability.
Limiting protein intake to the level determined by the dietitian’s assessment of individual needs.
Consuming the DRI for the water soluble vitamin B complex and C.
Vitamin D and iron may be tailored to individual requirements.
Limiting phosphorus if blood levels of phosphorus or PTH are above normal.
Limiting calcium if blood levels are above normal.
Limiting potassium if blood levels are above normal.
All in all, it is unadvisable to take every promising method while ignore your personal condition and specific root causes. If you want to receive most appropriate treatment, please leave a message below or send us an E-mail kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com .
Filter blood
Balance your body's fluids
Regulate hormones
Help keep blood pressure under control
Keep bones healthy
Help make red blood cells
As kidney function declines waste products build up in the blood causing a condition known as “uremia.” In stage 4 a person is likely to develop complications ofkidney disease such as high blood pressure, anemia (a shortage of red blood cells), bone disease,heart disease and other cardiovascular diseases.
Symptoms that are experienced in stage 4 include:
Fatigue: Feeling tired is common for people with CKD and is often caused by anemia.
Too much fluid: The kidneys may lose their ability to control how much fluid stays in the body. A person may notice swelling (edema) in their lower legs, hands or face around the eyes. With too much fluid someone, could even feel short of breath.
Urination changes: Urine may be foamy if there is protein in it, or dark orange, brown, tea colored or red if it contains blood. A person may urinate more or less than normal, or get up at night to go to the bathroom.
Kidney pain: Most people with CKD do not have kidney pain, but with some kinds of kidney problems, such as polycystic kidney disease (PKD) or infections, they may have pain in their back where the kidneys are located.
Sleep problems: Some people have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Itching, muscle cramps or restless legs can keep them awake.
Nausea: Vomiting or feeling nauseated may occur with CKD.
Taste changes: Food may not taste like it usually does, or may have a metallic taste.
Uremic breath: As urea builds up in the blood, it may be detected in the breathing causing bad breath.
Loss of appetite: People in this stage may not feel like eating, and some people report having a metallic taste in their mouth or bad breath.
Difficulty in concentrating: Having trouble balancing a checkbook or focusing on reading the newspaper can happen with CKD.
Nerve problems: Numbness or tingling in your toes or fingers is a symptom of CKD.
At stage 4 it is necessary to see a nephrologist (a doctor who specializes in treating kidney disease). The nephrologist examines the patient and orders lab tests to gather information to recommend treatment.
A healthy diet for stage 4 CKD may recommend:
Including grains, fruits and vegetables, but limiting whole grains and certain fruits and vegetables if blood tests show phosphorus or potassium levels are above normal.
A diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fats, especially if cholesterol is high or if you have diabetes or heart disease.
Limiting intake of refined and processed foods high in sodium and prepare foods with less salt or high sodium ingredients.
Aiming for a healthy weight by consuming adequate calories and including physical activity each day within your ability.
Limiting protein intake to the level determined by the dietitian’s assessment of individual needs.
Consuming the DRI for the water soluble vitamin B complex and C.
Vitamin D and iron may be tailored to individual requirements.
Limiting phosphorus if blood levels of phosphorus or PTH are above normal.
Limiting calcium if blood levels are above normal.
Limiting potassium if blood levels are above normal.
All in all, it is unadvisable to take every promising method while ignore your personal condition and specific root causes. If you want to receive most appropriate treatment, please leave a message below or send us an E-mail kidneytherapychina@hotmail.com .
Anaphylactic Purpura Nephritis
What is anaphylactic purpura nephritis?
Anaphylactic purpura nephritis, also known as Henoch-Sch?nlein purpura, is a kind of immunological disease with necrotizing vasculitis as its Fundamental pathological changes. It is featured by skin purpura, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, arthritis and renal damage on clinical manifestation. The damage on renal are called purpura nephritis, which may occur in any age.
Causes
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura Nephritis is autoimmune disease. In normal case, the immune system can protect the body from the foreign pathological substances invading into body. Therefore, the body can keep in a healthy and normal state. However, in some cases, the immunity system is activated improperly. As a result, the complexes of immunoglobulin A (IgA) and complement component 3 (C3) are deposited on arteries, capillaries and venules. Afterwards, these immune complexes will be carried to glomerular mesangial are by blood circulation. As the kidneys have specific blinding epitopes, the immune complexes will deposit in glomeruli mesangial cells. The body mounts an inflammatory response to remove the immune complexes. Ultimately, the inflammation can cause damage to and impair the function of the glomeruli, leading to Henoch-Schonlein Purpura Nephritis.
Clinical symptoms of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
The clinical manifestations of anaphylactic purpura nephritis are divided into two aspects: Extra renal manifestations and renal involvement manifestation. Extra renal manifestation is characterized by skin purpura, arthralgia and celialgia. Renal involvement manifestation is characterized by simple hematuria and hematuria accompanied proteinuria. The skin purpura is hemorrhagic freckle, raised and has the pruritus. They are distributed in distal extremities, hip and lower abdomen, presenting in symmetrical distribution. They always disappear in one or two weeks. About 2/3 of the patients will have the joint pain at the same time. About 1/4 of the patients have the symptoms of Cramps, diarrhea.
The renal involvement manifestations of purpura nephritis are mainly simple hematuria and hematuria accompanied little proteinuria. The form of hematuria is microscopic hematuria and nakea hematuria. 80-85 percent of the cases may have the symptoms of renal involvement in four weeks or a few months after the extra renal manifestations such as tetter, arthralgia and abdominal pain. There also some patients will first have the symptoms of hematuresis, then have tetter. A few patients get the symptoms of nephritic syndrome of renal damage.
Key points on the diagnosis of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
1. The patients have a medical history of skin purpura, arthralgia and stomachache and the skin purpura is the essential condition. Some of the patients may have the repeated skin purpura.
2. The patients have the manifestations of renal involvement such as hematuresis and proteinuria. Some of the patients may have the symptoms of nephritic syndrome or renal damage. About 25% of the anaphylactic purpura nephritis patients have a slight renal involvement, and the repeated urine routine test is needed.
Dietetic and health-care of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
The diet therapy of anaphylactic purpura nephritis should be conducted on certain principles: for one side, to prevent allergy; for the other side, to tonify the kidney and reduce the damage to kidney. The principles in detail are in the following:
Stop eating the food that may caused allergy, such as milk, fish, shrimp, crab and mutton. Food should be chose on the basis of the anaphylactic purpura nephritis type.
The diet should be delicate, nourishing and digestible, avoiding the improper diet. Avoid fat food or overeating; avoid coarse fare grain or the high-fiber food, but try the refined food. No bacon and barbecue food are allowed. Uncooked meat and stimulating food should also be avoided. For patients with hypertension or edema, they should also limit the intake of salt.
Prognosis of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
The average duration of the disease is 1 month, even though it may run a protracted course over several years and there is a tendency for recurrences. Successive episodes of purpura are common during the first weeks of disease but rarely occur beyond the third month. A single attack seldom lasts more than 1 week, and attacks of purpura are associated inconstantly with exacerbation of renal symptomatology. Although the disease is usually self-limited with a good eventual outcome, the glomerulonephritis associated with HSP may uncommonly lead to renal failure. For that reason, persistent proteinuria should probably be aggressively treated with angiogenesis-converting enzyme inhibitors in patients with HSP.
Anaphylactic purpura nephritis, also known as Henoch-Sch?nlein purpura, is a kind of immunological disease with necrotizing vasculitis as its Fundamental pathological changes. It is featured by skin purpura, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, arthritis and renal damage on clinical manifestation. The damage on renal are called purpura nephritis, which may occur in any age.
Causes
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura Nephritis is autoimmune disease. In normal case, the immune system can protect the body from the foreign pathological substances invading into body. Therefore, the body can keep in a healthy and normal state. However, in some cases, the immunity system is activated improperly. As a result, the complexes of immunoglobulin A (IgA) and complement component 3 (C3) are deposited on arteries, capillaries and venules. Afterwards, these immune complexes will be carried to glomerular mesangial are by blood circulation. As the kidneys have specific blinding epitopes, the immune complexes will deposit in glomeruli mesangial cells. The body mounts an inflammatory response to remove the immune complexes. Ultimately, the inflammation can cause damage to and impair the function of the glomeruli, leading to Henoch-Schonlein Purpura Nephritis.
Clinical symptoms of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
The clinical manifestations of anaphylactic purpura nephritis are divided into two aspects: Extra renal manifestations and renal involvement manifestation. Extra renal manifestation is characterized by skin purpura, arthralgia and celialgia. Renal involvement manifestation is characterized by simple hematuria and hematuria accompanied proteinuria. The skin purpura is hemorrhagic freckle, raised and has the pruritus. They are distributed in distal extremities, hip and lower abdomen, presenting in symmetrical distribution. They always disappear in one or two weeks. About 2/3 of the patients will have the joint pain at the same time. About 1/4 of the patients have the symptoms of Cramps, diarrhea.
The renal involvement manifestations of purpura nephritis are mainly simple hematuria and hematuria accompanied little proteinuria. The form of hematuria is microscopic hematuria and nakea hematuria. 80-85 percent of the cases may have the symptoms of renal involvement in four weeks or a few months after the extra renal manifestations such as tetter, arthralgia and abdominal pain. There also some patients will first have the symptoms of hematuresis, then have tetter. A few patients get the symptoms of nephritic syndrome of renal damage.
Key points on the diagnosis of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
1. The patients have a medical history of skin purpura, arthralgia and stomachache and the skin purpura is the essential condition. Some of the patients may have the repeated skin purpura.
2. The patients have the manifestations of renal involvement such as hematuresis and proteinuria. Some of the patients may have the symptoms of nephritic syndrome or renal damage. About 25% of the anaphylactic purpura nephritis patients have a slight renal involvement, and the repeated urine routine test is needed.
Dietetic and health-care of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
The diet therapy of anaphylactic purpura nephritis should be conducted on certain principles: for one side, to prevent allergy; for the other side, to tonify the kidney and reduce the damage to kidney. The principles in detail are in the following:
Stop eating the food that may caused allergy, such as milk, fish, shrimp, crab and mutton. Food should be chose on the basis of the anaphylactic purpura nephritis type.
The diet should be delicate, nourishing and digestible, avoiding the improper diet. Avoid fat food or overeating; avoid coarse fare grain or the high-fiber food, but try the refined food. No bacon and barbecue food are allowed. Uncooked meat and stimulating food should also be avoided. For patients with hypertension or edema, they should also limit the intake of salt.
Prognosis of anaphylactic purpura nephritis
The average duration of the disease is 1 month, even though it may run a protracted course over several years and there is a tendency for recurrences. Successive episodes of purpura are common during the first weeks of disease but rarely occur beyond the third month. A single attack seldom lasts more than 1 week, and attacks of purpura are associated inconstantly with exacerbation of renal symptomatology. Although the disease is usually self-limited with a good eventual outcome, the glomerulonephritis associated with HSP may uncommonly lead to renal failure. For that reason, persistent proteinuria should probably be aggressively treated with angiogenesis-converting enzyme inhibitors in patients with HSP.
2014年1月2日星期四
Lupus Nephritis
Systemic lupus erythematosus — more commonly known as lupus — is an
autoimmune disease in which your immune system produces proteins called
autoantibodies that attack your own tissues and organs. Some people with lupus
develop a form of kidney inflammation called lupus nephritis.
Lupus nephritis occurs when lupus autoantibodies affect the filtering structures (glomeruli) of your kidneys. This abnormal process results in kidney inflammation and may lead to blood in the urine (hematuria), protein in the urine (proteinuria), high blood pressure, impaired kidney function or even kidney failure.
What causes lupus?
No one knows what causes the disease. Your family history and things in your environment such as infections, viruses, toxic chemicals or pollutants (car fumes, factory smoke) may play a role in causing the disease. Men and women of all ages and races get lupus. However, about 90 percent of people diagnosed with lupus are women. About 1.5 million Americans have lupus.
What are the symptoms of lupus?
Different people get different symptoms. These may include skin rashes, joint pain, hair loss, sun sensitivity, tiredness, weight loss, fever, swelling of lymph glands, chest pain and nerve involvement.
Lupus Nephritis Diagnosis and Treatment
The diagnosis of lupus nephritis begins with a medical history, physical exam, and evaluation of symptoms. You doctor will likely order tests to make or confirm a diagnosis. Tests used in diagnosing kidney problems include urine tests, blood tests, imaging tests such as ultrasound, and kidney biopsy.
There are five different types of lupus nephritis. Treatment is based on the type of lupus nephritis, which is determined by the biopsy. Since symptoms and severity vary from person to person, treatments are individually tailored to meet a person's particular circumstances.
Medications used in treatment can include:
· Corticosteroids. These strong anti-inflammatory drugs can decrease inflammation. Doctors may prescribe these until the lupus nephritis improves. Because these drugs can cause a variety of potentially serious side effects, they must be monitored carefully. Doctors generally taper down the dosage once the symptoms start to improve.
· Immunosuppressive drugs. These drugs, which are related to the ones used to treat cancer or prevent the rejection of transplanted organs, work by suppressing immune system activity that damages the kidneys. They includecyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), azathioprine (Imuran[mmr1] ) and mycophenolate (Cellcept).
· Medications to prevent blood clots or lower blood pressure if needed
Even with treatment, loss of kidney function sometimes progresses. If both kidneys fail, people with lupus nephritis may need dialysis. Dialysis involves filtering the blood through a machine to remove waste products from the body.
Ultimately, it may be necessary to have a kidney transplant. In those cases, people will need additional drugs to keep their immune system from rejecting the transplanted kidney.
Lifestyle Changes for Lupus Nephritis
Certain lifestyle habits can help protect the kidneys. People with lupus nephritis should do the following:
· Drink enough fluids to stay well hydrated.
· Eat a low-sodium diet, especially if hypertension is an issue.
· Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
· Exercise regularly.
· Maintain a healthy blood pressure.
· Limit cholesterol.
· Avoid medications that can affect the kidneys, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Your doctor may also recommend that you eat a diet low in potassium, phosphorus, and protein if there is already loss of kidney function.
Although lupus nephritis is a serious problem, most people who receive treatment do not go on to have kidney failure.
Lupus nephritis occurs when lupus autoantibodies affect the filtering structures (glomeruli) of your kidneys. This abnormal process results in kidney inflammation and may lead to blood in the urine (hematuria), protein in the urine (proteinuria), high blood pressure, impaired kidney function or even kidney failure.
What causes lupus?
No one knows what causes the disease. Your family history and things in your environment such as infections, viruses, toxic chemicals or pollutants (car fumes, factory smoke) may play a role in causing the disease. Men and women of all ages and races get lupus. However, about 90 percent of people diagnosed with lupus are women. About 1.5 million Americans have lupus.
What are the symptoms of lupus?
Different people get different symptoms. These may include skin rashes, joint pain, hair loss, sun sensitivity, tiredness, weight loss, fever, swelling of lymph glands, chest pain and nerve involvement.
Lupus Nephritis Diagnosis and Treatment
The diagnosis of lupus nephritis begins with a medical history, physical exam, and evaluation of symptoms. You doctor will likely order tests to make or confirm a diagnosis. Tests used in diagnosing kidney problems include urine tests, blood tests, imaging tests such as ultrasound, and kidney biopsy.
There are five different types of lupus nephritis. Treatment is based on the type of lupus nephritis, which is determined by the biopsy. Since symptoms and severity vary from person to person, treatments are individually tailored to meet a person's particular circumstances.
Medications used in treatment can include:
· Corticosteroids. These strong anti-inflammatory drugs can decrease inflammation. Doctors may prescribe these until the lupus nephritis improves. Because these drugs can cause a variety of potentially serious side effects, they must be monitored carefully. Doctors generally taper down the dosage once the symptoms start to improve.
· Immunosuppressive drugs. These drugs, which are related to the ones used to treat cancer or prevent the rejection of transplanted organs, work by suppressing immune system activity that damages the kidneys. They includecyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), azathioprine (Imuran[mmr1] ) and mycophenolate (Cellcept).
· Medications to prevent blood clots or lower blood pressure if needed
Even with treatment, loss of kidney function sometimes progresses. If both kidneys fail, people with lupus nephritis may need dialysis. Dialysis involves filtering the blood through a machine to remove waste products from the body.
Ultimately, it may be necessary to have a kidney transplant. In those cases, people will need additional drugs to keep their immune system from rejecting the transplanted kidney.
Lifestyle Changes for Lupus Nephritis
Certain lifestyle habits can help protect the kidneys. People with lupus nephritis should do the following:
· Drink enough fluids to stay well hydrated.
· Eat a low-sodium diet, especially if hypertension is an issue.
· Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.
· Exercise regularly.
· Maintain a healthy blood pressure.
· Limit cholesterol.
· Avoid medications that can affect the kidneys, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Your doctor may also recommend that you eat a diet low in potassium, phosphorus, and protein if there is already loss of kidney function.
Although lupus nephritis is a serious problem, most people who receive treatment do not go on to have kidney failure.
2014年1月1日星期三
What Is Diabetes?
Diabetes, often referred to by doctors as diabetes mellitus, describes a
group of metabolic diseases in which the person has high blood glucose (blood
sugar), either because insulin production is inadequate, or because the body's
cells do not respond properly to insulin, or both. Patients with high blood
sugar will typically experience polyuria (frequent urination), they will become
increasingly thirsty (polydipsia) and hungry (polyphagia).
There are three types of diabetes:
1) Type 1 Diabetes
The body does not produce insulin. Some people may refer to this type as insulin-dependent diabetes,juvenile diabetes, or early-onset diabetes. People usually develop type 1 diabetes before their 40th year, often in early adulthood or teenage years.
Type 1 diabetes is nowhere near as common as type 2 diabetes. Approximately 10% of all diabetes cases are type 1.
Patients with type 1 diabetes will need to take insulin injections for the rest of their life. They must also ensure proper blood-glucose levels by carrying out regular blood tests and following a special diet.
Between 2001 and 2009, the prevalence of type 1 diabetes among the under 20s in the USA rose 23%, according to SEARCH for Diabetes in Youth data issued by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
2) Type 2 Diabetes
The body does not produce enough insulin for proper function, or the cells in the body do not react to insulin (insulin resistance).
Approximately 90% of all cases of diabetes worldwide are of this type.
Some people may be able to control their type 2 diabetes symptoms by losing weight, following a healthy diet, doing plenty of exercise, and monitoring their blood glucose levels. However, type 2 diabetes is typically a progressive disease - it gradually gets worse - and the patient will probably end up have to take insulin, usually in tablet form.
Overweight and obese people have a much higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to those with a healthy body weight. People with a lot of visceral fat, also known as central obesity, belly fat, or abdominal obesity, are especially at risk. Being overweight/obese causes the body to release chemicals that can destabilize the body's cardiovascular and metabolic systems.
Being overweight, physically inactive and eating the wrong foods all contribute to our risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Drinking just one can of (non-diet) soda per day can raise our risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 22%, researchers from Imperial College London reported in the journal Diabetologia. The scientists believe that the impact of sugary soft drinks on diabetes risk may be a direct one, rather than simply an influence on body weight.
The risk of developing type 2 diabetes is also greater as we get older. Experts are not completely sure why, but say that as we age we tend to put on weight and become less physically active. Those with a close relative who had/had type 2 diabetes, people of Middle Eastern, African, or South Asian descent also have a higher risk of developing the disease.
Men whose testosterone levels are low have been found to have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, say that low testosterone levels are linked to insulin resistance.
3) Gestational Diabetes
This type affects females during pregnancy. Some women have very high levels of glucose in their blood, and their bodies are unable to produce enough insulin to transport all of the glucose into their cells, resulting in progressively rising levels of glucose.
Diagnosis of gestational diabetes is made during pregnancy.
The majority of gestational diabetes patients can control their diabetes with exercise and diet. Between 10% to 20% of them will need to take some kind of blood-glucose-controlling medications. Undiagnosed or uncontrolled gestational diabetes can raise the risk of complications during childbirth. The baby may be bigger than he/she should be.
Scientists from the National Institutes of Health and Harvard University found that women whose diets before becoming pregnant were high in animal fat and cholesterol had a higher risk for gestational diabetes, compared to their counterparts whose diets were low in cholesterol and animal fats.
There are three types of diabetes:
1) Type 1 Diabetes
The body does not produce insulin. Some people may refer to this type as insulin-dependent diabetes,juvenile diabetes, or early-onset diabetes. People usually develop type 1 diabetes before their 40th year, often in early adulthood or teenage years.
Type 1 diabetes is nowhere near as common as type 2 diabetes. Approximately 10% of all diabetes cases are type 1.
Patients with type 1 diabetes will need to take insulin injections for the rest of their life. They must also ensure proper blood-glucose levels by carrying out regular blood tests and following a special diet.
Between 2001 and 2009, the prevalence of type 1 diabetes among the under 20s in the USA rose 23%, according to SEARCH for Diabetes in Youth data issued by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
2) Type 2 Diabetes
The body does not produce enough insulin for proper function, or the cells in the body do not react to insulin (insulin resistance).
Approximately 90% of all cases of diabetes worldwide are of this type.
Some people may be able to control their type 2 diabetes symptoms by losing weight, following a healthy diet, doing plenty of exercise, and monitoring their blood glucose levels. However, type 2 diabetes is typically a progressive disease - it gradually gets worse - and the patient will probably end up have to take insulin, usually in tablet form.
Overweight and obese people have a much higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to those with a healthy body weight. People with a lot of visceral fat, also known as central obesity, belly fat, or abdominal obesity, are especially at risk. Being overweight/obese causes the body to release chemicals that can destabilize the body's cardiovascular and metabolic systems.
Being overweight, physically inactive and eating the wrong foods all contribute to our risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Drinking just one can of (non-diet) soda per day can raise our risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 22%, researchers from Imperial College London reported in the journal Diabetologia. The scientists believe that the impact of sugary soft drinks on diabetes risk may be a direct one, rather than simply an influence on body weight.
The risk of developing type 2 diabetes is also greater as we get older. Experts are not completely sure why, but say that as we age we tend to put on weight and become less physically active. Those with a close relative who had/had type 2 diabetes, people of Middle Eastern, African, or South Asian descent also have a higher risk of developing the disease.
Men whose testosterone levels are low have been found to have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, say that low testosterone levels are linked to insulin resistance.
3) Gestational Diabetes
This type affects females during pregnancy. Some women have very high levels of glucose in their blood, and their bodies are unable to produce enough insulin to transport all of the glucose into their cells, resulting in progressively rising levels of glucose.
Diagnosis of gestational diabetes is made during pregnancy.
The majority of gestational diabetes patients can control their diabetes with exercise and diet. Between 10% to 20% of them will need to take some kind of blood-glucose-controlling medications. Undiagnosed or uncontrolled gestational diabetes can raise the risk of complications during childbirth. The baby may be bigger than he/she should be.
Scientists from the National Institutes of Health and Harvard University found that women whose diets before becoming pregnant were high in animal fat and cholesterol had a higher risk for gestational diabetes, compared to their counterparts whose diets were low in cholesterol and animal fats.
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