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The ABC of chronic kidney disease

Fluid, electrolytes and wastes can build up in your body when the fatal chronic kidney disease reaches an advanced stage and it can be dangerous. So, just consult your doctor immediately and get it sorted!

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Written By: Aishwarya Vaidya | Published : September 14, 2018 12:12 PM IST

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not drinking enough water can be one of the risk factors of the development and progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD). © Shutterstock

The gradual loss of kidney function can be called as chronic kidney disease, also called chronic kidney failure. Your kidney is responsible for eliminating waste and fluids from your body. Your kidneys can get damaged due to it. If you are suffering from the chronic kidney disease, you will experience symptoms like sleep problems, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, weakness, itching, swelling, chest pain, high blood pressure and so on.

You may suffer from chronic kidney disease if you have diabetes, polycystic kidney disease, pyelonephritis which is a kidney infection and many more. so, just be careful and your doctor will identify the underlying cause and suggest you the treatment on the basis of that. The treatment can vary from person to person.

The risk factors for chronic kidney disease: If you smoke, you are obese, if you have diabetes, if you have a family history of kidney diseases or are old you may suffer from it. The complications involve, Weak bones and an increased risk of bone fractures, weak immune system, your nervous system can get damages and many more. But, here are few preventive measures.

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  • You should maintain a healthy weight: See to it that you are physically active, being on the heavier side can be troublesome for you. Just exercise every day and this will help you to strengthen your immunity. You can do any physical activity of your choice like running, walking, swimming and so on.
  • You should cut down on smoking and alcohol: Yes, you have heard it right! Smoking and alcohol can be harmful to your kidneys. Also, it can worsen your damage. So, just keep your kidneys healthy by giving it up.
  • You should eat a well-balanced diet: Do not eat spicy, oily and junk food which can wreak your health. Eat the right foods and stay fit and fine and keep your kidneys healthy.
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