The kidneys are an important organic organ in the body As it purifies and rid the body of toxic substances, by urinating and regulating fluids in the blood, and contributing to the production of hemoglobin and other vital functions, therefore its exposure to any health problem that results in negative effects impedes the performance of its functions, and kidney failure is one of the most important complications that target it, And lead to a defect in the regulation of minerals in the body, resulting in cardiomyopathy, and in the coming lines, experts and specialists shed light on this chronic disease problem, its causes, symptoms and methods of treatment.
Dr. Halukoglu, a urologist and andrologist: says kidney failure is caused by several factors, possibly acute or chronic, which means that this infection can appear suddenly As the patient cannot distinguish symptoms of the disease in the first stages, the causes are divided medically into three categories:
Insufficient drinking fluid and decreased blood flow to the kidneys.
The presence of problems in the disposal of urine, which results in the accumulation of toxins in the body, and cause failure of renal cell functions, or narrowing or blocking the artery, which impedes the exit of urine from the kidneys, and leads to enlarged prostate or glomerular glomerulonephritis.
As for the most common cause of kidney failure among the population, it is the use of drugs without consulting a doctor, and anti-inflammatory and analgesic types come at the top of the list, in addition to chemical treatments and antibiotics.
Some chronic medical problems that are not treated properly contribute to acute kidney failure, such as: diabetes, high blood pressure.
Symptoms of infection
Dr. Hallock explains that the symptoms of kidney failure vary according to the stage and cause of the injury, and there are some early signs that accompany the disease, such as: swelling of the extremities, especially the ankle, due to fluid retention, shortness of breath, fatigue and general fatigue, lack of urination, persistent nausea, pain and chest pressure. In chronic cases, anemia, impaired liver function, yellowing of the skin color, the progression of the disease depends on the cause of kidney damage, the patient''s health status and his response to treatment, and chronic kidney failure is the most dangerous type.
Diagnostic mechanisms
Dr. Hallock shows that there are several tests that a patient must pass to diagnose the condition and stage of the disease, and begins with a clinical examination, and the specialist doctor takes a blood sample to measure levels of minerals and salts such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, chloride and bicarbonate and materials that the kidneys filter like creatinine As its height indicates the presence of kidney failure, urine deposition analysis is an important step in diagnosing the case, in addition to the work of an ultrasound image, as CT scans allow to see anything abnormal in the kidneys, and in some cases a sample of kidney tissue is taken for research Abnormal deposits.
Sick problems
Dr. Othman Al-Fadil, a nephrologist, states that chronic kidney failure is one of the most prevalent diseases in the current era, and it also places a huge burden on governments. Because of the high cost of treatment, and among the most common diseases that cause it:
-diabetic Where high blood sugar in the first and second types is one of the main causes of infection, and it may constitute about half of the cases, as a result of inflammation and impaired glomeruli in the kidneys, which lead to chronic kidney failure.
High blood pressure disease ranks second in chronic kidney failure as a result of severe atherosclerosis of the renal arteries, which leads to chronic renal insufficiency, and dialysis in cases of severe chronic insufficiency, as inflammatory and immune glomerular kidney diseases lead to inflammation of the kidneys due to immune or inflammatory diseases. .
Genetic and genetic diseases affect the kidneys, such as Alport syndrome, Fabry disease, and reflux diseases caused by birth defects of the ureter and renal pelvis, and some drugs and chemicals may be toxic to the kidney tissues.
Treatment methods
Dr. Othman confirms that early diagnosis and treatment in the first stages, protects the patient from deterioration in the work of kidney functions, and limits the development of injury that reaches acute or chronic kidney failure leading to dialysis, and therefore we always advise patients to periodically examine, to detect and treat diabetes Pressure, immune and genetic diseases To avoid many complications of kidney failure, while in the advanced stages, treatment can be carried out through therapeutic natives such as the work of dialysis or hemodialysis by a hemodialysis apparatus, which works to purify the blood from harmful toxins that resulted from kidney failure, and in certain cases it can Resorting to a new kidney transplant for the patient, which is transmitted from another person who is immune to it.
He adds: We advise everyone to drink a lot of water, especially in the summer period, eat healthy food, vegetables and fruits, avoid taking drugs without consulting a doctor, and expedite the treatment of diabetes, blood pressure and urine infections.
Kidney function
Dr. Sanjay Pat, a urologist, explains that the human body contains two kidneys, but it can live normally with only one of them, and the kidneys have multiple and important functions, such as:
The kidneys function as a unit to purify and filter various wastes resulting from body functions. On average, 180 liters of blood are filtered daily, and about two liters of urine are formed, which is formed from water, and many of the soluble impurities that are filtered As its accumulation results in some problems such as swelling of the face, swelling in the legs caused by the accumulation of water in these areas, in addition to fatigue, vomiting, and loss of appetite due to the accumulation of urea and creatinine, which are a measure of the amount of waste residues in the blood.
The kidneys maintain a balance of water and salts in the body, when a person consumes a large amount of water, it is removed through it, and in the event of a decrease in this amount a person is exposed to dehydration, and the kidneys keep water until the body remains in good health, and also maintains the concentration of salts such as sodium and potassium And chloride and bicarbonate and their balance.
The renin-angiotensin system in the kidneys contributes to maintaining blood pressure regulation.
The kidneys produce the erythropoietin hormone, which produces red blood cells. Therefore, patients with kidney failure develop anemia or a decrease in hemoglobin and need to inject erythropin every week.
Preventive measures
Dr. Sanjay notes that the kidneys are an important organ for regulating the body’s systems, and in order to maintain it, a balanced lifestyle should be followed, through healthy foods and reduced red meat and fast food, while eating lots of fruits and vegetables, and sufficient quantities of water to maintain the production of pure colorless urine. , Exercise regularly, and avoid unnecessary medications and nutritional supplements, especially for those who go to the gym, and people with high blood pressure or diabetes should pay attention to their blood pressure and diabetes and keep it under control.
the importance of water
Water is one of the most important components that benefit the balance of all systems and organs of the human body and health, and experts advise to drink a cup of lukewarm water in the morning As it maintains the fluid level, increases metabolism and protects against infection from dehydration, increases skin hydration and the secretion of sweat naturally and gives the skin a fresh appearance, contributes to getting rid of fats and excess weight, regulates digestion, and reduces muscle spasms and deposition of stones, in addition to that Water plays an important role in maintaining the health of the mouth and teeth, and helps get rid of the annoying odor from the mouth, it is worth noting that one person needs two liters of water per day For a healthy body.
