Majority of people with diabetes may not realize this but kidney disease and diabetes go hand-in-hand. Its prevention or at least early detection has become more important than ever. In this article, we explore the relation between diabetes and kidney disease.
Living with kidney disease: coping strategies and resources
Navigating life with kidney disease is not easy. One needs to develop strong coping skills and strategies to overcome their daily challenges. In this article, we share some important physical and psychological strategies that have helped several kidney patients in the journey.
Importance of early detection and treatment of kidney disease
Kidney Disease is one of the growing concerns that has affected millions of people in India. This is mainly because most cases are detected only once the patient reaches the advanced stage. Taking proactive steps for early detection and treatment of kidney diseases can significantly improve the outcomes or at least delay the need for aggressive or invasive treatment. Additionally, being proactive also reduces the risk of serious complications. In today’s article, we explore the …
Diet and kidney health: What to eat and what not to eat?
According to a report, one out of every ten adults in India has kidney disease in India. While there are several factors that contribute to it, diet is one of the most significant ones. Therefore, it is important that we all stay mindful about the food that we consume on a regular basis. Given the prevalence of kidney disease in India and the impact of diet on its development, it is important to be mindful …
Should painkillers be used in chronic kidney disease?
What are painkillers? Painkillers are analgesic drugs or pain relievers or a member of any group of drugs that are used by patients to get relief from pain. Some notable names of painkillers are acetaminophen (Tylenol), aspirin, naproxen( Aleve), and ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin). Painkillers are the medications used to relieve pain from simple headaches to major injuries to the body. There are basically three main types of painkillers: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, paracetamol, and opioids. …
Micturition Diary
Micturition Micturition refers to the physiological term of “Urination” which is the dispersion of urine from the urinary bladder to the outside of the body through the urethra. Or It refers to the process by which the urinary bladder empties when it is filled. Micturition involves two main types:- The urinary bladder fills first progressively until and unless, the tension in its walls rises above an optimum or threshold level. Secondly, the nervous reflex, also …
Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV Inhibitors (eg Sitagliptin, Linagliptin, Vildagliptin )in CKD
What is Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV Inhibitors? Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV Inhibitors are a group of antihyperglycemic or a class of oral hypoglycemic that blocks the enzyme dipeptidyl Peptidase IV that helps to manage diabetes mellitus type-2 which is an increasing risk factor for different kinds of cardiovascular and renal conditions. Examples of Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV Inhibitors The following are included in the class of Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV Inhibitors that are approved by the FDA Sitagliptin Saxagliptin …
Alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors in Chronic kidney disorder
What are Alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors? Alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors are the oral anti-diabetic drugs generally used for diabetes mellitus type-2 that prevent the digestion of carbohydrates. The alpha-glucosidase normally covers carbohydrates into simple sugar and the alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors slow down this step. What are the common examples of alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors? The alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors include:- Acarbose –Precose or Glucobay Migitol – Glyset Voglibose The alpha glucose IDs inhibitors show a specific advantage of reducing postprandial glycemia. the dosages of …
When to initiate dialysis in a stable CKD patient
What is dialysis? Dialysis is a procedure or a treatment implemented to remove waste products and excess fluid from your blood. Do I need dialysis if I have kidney disease? During the early stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD), there is no requirement for dialysis. But since, since CKD is a chronic disease and it lasts for years, at the advanced stages of CKD or if your kidneys fail, you need to rely on dialysis …
What does high creatinine in the body mean?
What is creatinine? Creatinine is a chemical compound present in every body’s leftover energy-producing processes in the muscles. Healthy kidneys are known to filter creatinine out of the blood. Creatinine is expelled from the body as a waste product. What is a normal creatinine level in the body? Well, the creatinine level depends upon varying characteristics such as age, sex, person, size, muscle mass, and other health factors. However, a normal result ranges from 0.7 …