Kidney Disease

Kidney disease involves a range of conditions affecting kidney function, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury (AKI), and kidney stones. Treatment varies depending on the type and severity of the disease:

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD):

• Lifestyle Changes: Adopting a kidney-friendly diet low in sodium, potassium, and phosphorus, and managing blood pressure and diabetes.
• Medications: Blood pressure medications like ACE inhibitors or ARBs, phosphate binders, and medications to manage anemia and fluid balance.
• Dialysis: For advanced stages, hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis may be required to perform kidney functions artificially.
• Kidney Transplant: Considered for end-stage CKD when dialysis is no longer effective.

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI):

• Supportive Care: Addressing the underlying cause, such as infections or dehydration, and managing complications.
• Temporary Dialysis: May be needed if kidney function rapidly declines.

Kidney Stones:

• Hydration: Increased fluid intake to help pass stones.
• Medications: Pain relievers and medications to help dissolve or prevent stones.
• Surgical Interventions: Procedures like shock wave lithotripsy or ureteroscopy for larger stones.