She died suddenly at the door of the dialysis room after taking antiviral drugs and anti-coronavirus drugs! Doctors reveal the truth about Taiwan's high kidney dialysis rate: Pay attention to 5 signs of chronic kidney disease
Is the number of kidney dialysis patients continuing to rise? Four highs and aging population are the main reasons
Nearly 12% of Taiwan’s population suffers from chronic kidney disease. It is known as the “Kingdom of Kidney Dialysis” because the prevalence of kidney dialysis ranks first in the world. Why is the number of people on kidney dialysis increasing year by year? Dr. Guo Kelin, director of the Kidney Dialysis Center of Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, said in an interview that the proportion of people who need dialysis due to congenital kidney disease is relatively stable. The increase in the number of people undergoing dialysis is still mainly related to the “four highs” problems - high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high blood lipids, Related to comorbidities such as high uric acid.
Dr. Guo Kelin pointed out that there are two main reasons for the high proportion of kidney dialysis people in Taiwan. First, chronic disease problems, especially small blood vessel complications of diabetes, may damage the kidneys and increase the risk of needing kidney dialysis. Second, the aging population, due to advanced medical care and average Increased lifespan, aging of organs and comorbidities may lead to kidney disease. Although patients can continue to survive, they need to face kidney dialysis.
5 signs to watch out for if you have chronic kidney disease without obvious symptoms
Dr. Guo Kelin pointed out that there are no obvious symptoms of chronic kidney disease in the early stages. High-risk groups should be more vigilant and pay attention to the 5 signs of kidney disease. ; Water: edema, the lower limbs are edema and cannot rebound immediately when pressed; high: high blood pressure, high blood pressure is closely related to kidney disease; anemia: anemia, pale face; fatigue: tiredness, long-term fatigue for no reason.
If you have a four-high group, it means that you have risk factors for kidney disease. You should receive regular kidney examinations and pay attention to values such as glomerular filtration rate, urinary protein, and creatinine. In terms of lifestyle, you should avoid taking folk remedies of unknown origin, reduce the abuse or habitual use of painkillers, and control your medications and diet to reduce damage to the kidneys.
People undergoing kidney dialysis are prone to cardiovascular disease! Undernutrition increases risk
In the post-epidemic era, the kidney dialysis community is more likely to face health risks. Dr. Guo Kelin said that the proportion of dialysis patients due to congenital genetic factors such as polycystic kidney disease has not changed much, and the main increase is still among the middle-aged and elderly people in the fourth and upper grades. Once entering dialysis treatment, the risk of cardiovascular disease will increase, and people on dialysis are more susceptible to infectious diseases due to their poor immunity.
Dr. Guo Kelin pointed out that another reason why kidney dialysis patients are susceptible to infection is related to malnutrition, especially uremia, which may cause nausea, loss of appetite and other conditions. Related studies indicate that about 30%-50% of uremic patients will suffer from anorexia. Therefore, kidney dialysis patients should pay more attention to adequate nutritional intake to maintain adequate immunity.
She collapsed at the door of the dialysis room after contracting the epidemic! Doctor reminds key points of kidney dialysis care
The impact of the new coronavirus on kidney patients is as unpredictable as a “changing ball”. Dr. Guo Kelin said that after a 60-year-old female kidney dialysis patient was infected with the epidemic, in addition to taking the antiviral drugs prescribed by the hospital, she also took other anti-coronavirus Chinese herbal medicines on her own. Improper medication led to the worsening of his condition, and he collapsed and died suddenly at the door of the dialysis room. Kidney dialysis patients are reminded to take good care of themselves. Once infected, they must follow medical advice and pay attention to their own conditions at all times.
Dr. Guo Kelin reminded that the immunity of people undergoing kidney dialysis is lower than that of the general population. “You still need to get the vaccines that should be taken.” They should do basic epidemic prevention skills such as washing hands frequently and wearing masks. You should also pay attention to a balanced nutritional intake, and at the same time, undergo regular electrocardiogram, X-ray and other examinations every year to confirm whether there are cardiovascular-related complications to help maintain good health and quality of life.
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