Get Familiar With Chronic Kidney Disease

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• Get Familiar With Chronic Kidney Disease

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• Chronic kidney disease is referred to the gradual
  loss of kidneys function with the passage of
  time. Also known as chronic renal disease,
  chronic kidney disease includes all those
  conditions that damage the kidneys natural
  ability to perform its function properly. The
  basic function of the kidneys is to purify the
  blood by removing all the toxins and waste
  materials from the body through urination. In
  case of any health problems that are related to
  kidneys, always prefer consulting the best
  nephrologists in Pakistan, the kidney
  specialists. 
• In chronic kidney disease, waste materials start
  building up in the blood of the patient while
  making him sick. It then gives birth to many
  health complications such as hypertension,
  anemia, weak bones, nerve damage etc. Such
  problems get worse over time. However, early
  diagnosis and treatment by the best nephrologist
  can prevent chronic kidney disease from becoming
  worse. Whereas, on the contrary, if the kidney
  disease progresses over time, it can result in
  kidney failure, which requires dialysis or a
  kidney transplant to survive. 
• What Are The Causes Of Chronic Kidney Disease?
• Majorly, diabetes and hypertension (high blood
  pressure) are accountable for causing chronic
  kidney disease. In diabetes, the blood sugar
  level is too high that it damages many organs of
  the body including the kidneys, the heart, blood
  vessels and nerves. Whereas, hypertension occurs
  when the pressure of the blood against the walls
  of the blood vessels is increased. Untreated high
  blood pressure is the primary cause of heart
  attack and chronic kidney disease therefore,
  taking treatment of hypertension from the best
  general physician is very important. 
• Other causes of chronic kidney disease include 
• Glomerulonephritis Collectively, it is a group
  of diseases that cause inflammation to the
  filtering units of the kidneys, which are
  responsible for filtering the blood. These
  diseases are the third most frequent type of
  kidney disorder. 

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• Polycystic kidney disease It is an inherited
  disease that results in the formation of large
  cysts in the kidneys, which further damage the
  surrounding tissues of the kidneys. 
• Diseases that affect the bodys immune system
  such as lupus also add up as one of the causes
  behind chronic kidney disease. 
• Kidney stones, tumors and enlarged prostate gland
  cause obstructions that can damage the kidneys. 
• Frequent urinary infections can also result in
  chronic kidney disease.  
• In case of any of these kidney disorders, do not
  delay consulting the best nephrologist.
• Symptoms Of Chronic Kidney Disease
• Many people may not experience any severe
  symptoms until their kidneys are partially or
  completely damaged. However, the possible
  symptoms of chronic kidney disease are 
• Feelings of exhaustion and lack of energy
• Loss of concentration 
• Poor appetite 
• Sleeping disorders
• Muscle cramps during the night

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• Swollen feet and ankles
• Puffiness around the eyes
• Dry and itchy skin
• Need to urinate very often, especially at night
• See the best nephrologist in Lahore if you have
  been facing such symptoms. 
• In addition, chronic kidney disease has been
  classified into five different stages from mild
  to severe kidney damage. If you want to know
  about these stages, keep on reading then!
• Stage 1 
• In stage 1, the kidneys of the patient are still
  healthy, but it can show some initial signs of
  kidney damage. These signs could be protein in
  the urine of the patient or any physical damage
  to the kidneys. If a person has been diagnosed
  with stage 1 of chronic kidney disease, he needs
  to control diabetes and blood pressure as well
  as he should avoid the use of tobacco. A healthy
  diet and mindful eating alongside physical
  activity can reduce the risk of further damage to
  the kidneys. Besides, the patient should take
  proper treatment from the best nephrologist to
  avert further complications. 

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• Stage 2
• In stage 2 of chronic kidney damage, mild damage
  to the kidneys is observed. The signs of stage 2
  are similar to that of stage 1. One should manage
  blood sugar level if he has diabetes, high blood
  pressure, avoid smoking, eat a healthy diet and
  see the best nephrologist instead of a general
  physician. 
• Stage 3
• In this stage, the affected person needs to pay
  more attention as the kidneys are not working as
  they should. The visible symptoms of stage 3
  kidney damage can be swelling in the hands and
  feet, back pain and urination more or less than
  normal. As well, stage 3 can result in several
  health complications such as bone disease, anemia
  and hypertension. The preventive measures are
  also the same for stage 3 of chronic kidney
  disease, however consulting the best
  nephrologist becomes more crucial.  
• Stage 4
• Stage 4 of the kidney disease is the last stage
  before complete kidney failure. The symptoms of
  stage 4 of kidney damage include swelling in
  hands and feet, back pain and abnormal urination.
  Similar to stage 3, it can also give birth to
  certain health complications. A regular
  appointment with the best nephrologist should be
  seriously considered. 
• Stage 5
• In stage 5, the kidneys of the patient are either
  very close to failure or have entirely failed. In
  complete kidney failure, toxins start
  accumulating in the blood, which makes a person
  feel very sick. The symptoms of complete kidney
  failures are itching, muscles cramping, lost
  appetite, swelling and trouble while sleeping and
  breathing. In the case of kidney failure,
  dialysis or a kidney transplant is mandatory for
  the patient to survive.

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• The best nephrologists are specialized doctors
  who perform kidney transplantation and dialysis. 
• To wrap up
• A person with diabetes, hypertension, heart
  disease or a family history of kidney failure is
  more likely to develop chronic kidney disease. If
  you have such risk factors, we advise our readers
  to go for medical screening and get tested to
  protect yourself against any kidney-related
  disorder. Besides, healthy food choices, being
  active throughout the day and maintaining a
  healthy weight are the essential points to avoid
  any serious disease in the long run. 
• Find a doctor in the required specialty of
  nephrology and confirm your appointment with the
  best nephrologist in Lahore via Hayaat.pk.