Kidneys are two bean-shaped organs which filters extra water and wastes from the blood and throw them out of the body. Any damage to kidney’s would lead to non-proper functioning of your urinary system.
SOME FACTS ABOUT KIDNEY DISEASE
· One out of every 10 people is suffering from kidney stone. Half of them land to kidney failure, if the problem remains untreated. · Each year in India, about 1 in 1,000 adults are hospitalized for urinary tract stones. They are most common among middle-aged adults. · Each year, kidney disease kills more people than breast or prostate cancer. WHAT IS A ROLE OF KIDNEY? · Eliminate waste from the body · Regulate blood volume and blood pressure · Control levels of electrolytes and metabolites · Regulate blood pH.
Below are some important kidney disorders that you should be aware of - 1. KIDNEY STONES Kidney stones occur when certain wastes such as salts and minerals stick to the inner lining of the kidneys. These wastes accumulate and form hard deposits like stones. If the stone is smaller than 5 mm (1/5 inch), there is a 90% chance it will pass through urine and will not need any medical intervention. If the stone is between 5 mm and 10 mm, the odds are 50%, and some cases may require surgery. And if the stone is above 10mm, there are many treatment options available. Common Symptoms to identify kidney stones are – 2. BLADDER STONES These are solid masses that form inside the urinary bladder. They occur if the bladder is not completely emptied after urination. The leftover urine becomes concentrated and minerals within the liquid turn into crystals. Bladder stones are also more common in men over the age of 50 compared to females. Sometimes they get pass if the stones are small in size. But sometime they may get stuck to the wall of the ureter, and if this happens, these small stones gather more minerals and thus become large stones. Large stones need immediate medical intervention. Common Symptoms which can help you to understand Bladder stones are -
3. URETER STONES Ureteral stones are kidney stones that have become stuck in one or both ureters, which can block the flow of urine from the kidney to the bladder. Stones smaller than 4 millimeters (mm) pass on their own almost 80 percent of the time. Stones that are 4–6 mm are more likely to require some sort of treatment, but around 60 percent pass naturally. Stones larger than 6 mm usually need medical treatment to be removed. Symptoms to identify ureter stones are -
4. KIDNEY FAILURE Kidney failure is of two types acute or chronic Acute renal failure or (ARF) is when the kidneys stop working for a short period of time. Symptoms for acute kidney failure include -
While, Chronic renal failure or (CRF) is When the kidneys gradually, over a period of time, lose their function. Common Symptoms includes -
5. URINARY TRACT INFECTION (UTI) A urinary tract infection commonly known as UTI is an infection that can affect any part of your urinary system (kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra). UTI is more common to women compared to men. Most of the UTI infections are caused by bacteria. UTI usually gets treated through medicine. Common Symptoms to identify if you are suffering from UTI are - · A strong, persistent urge to urinate · A burning sensation when urinating · Passing frequent, small amounts of urine · Urine that appears cloudy · Urine that appears red, bright pink or cola-colored — a sign of blood in the urine · Strong-smelling urine · Pelvic pain, in women — especially in the center of the pelvis and around the area of the pubic bone 6. ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION Impotency is another word known for erectile dysfunction (ED), which is defined as the inability of a man achieving an erection during sexual activity. Symptoms
7. KIDNEY CANCER In Past, kidney Cancer was a dreadful disease as it used to get detected only at the later stage. But in today’s time most of kidney cancer are detected during ultrasound or other imaging studies done for unrelated problems. Symptoms
It is always advisable to be vigilant and informed when it comes to your health. If you have any queries or issues related to kidney disorder, visit Felix hospital and meet the neurologist/urologist specialist. To book an appointment visit www.felixhospital.com or you can call 7835999444
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AuthorDr D.K. Gupta Dr D K Gupta, acknowledged as a young enterprising doctor, is Chairman and Promoter of Felix-- a multi and Superspeciality hospital located in Noida. He is known for providing Quality health care facility to the patients in the region of Delhi NCR at an affordable cost.
Dr Gupta is an eminent speaker, an author, and a social worker. He has also published & presented several research papers at national and international forums. He has been awarded by Chief Minister of UP for exceptional contribution in healthcare; by Price water house Coopers, Asia Magazine & URS Media as “World’s Greatest Leaders; by ET NOW News Channel and Franchise India as Entrepreneur of the year. |