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Kidney Disease

Kidney Disease is a serious health condition that can lead to serious complications if not treated correctly. Kidney disease is caused by a number of factors, including genetics, lifestyle choices, and environmental factors.
If caught early, kidney disease can be treated with a variety of treatments, including surgery, medications, and lifestyle changes.

However, if kidney disease is not treated, it can progress to kidney failure, which can lead to serious health complications, including death. If you're worried you may have kidney disease, talk to your doctor. He or she can help you determine if you have the condition and recommend the best treatment for you.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

There are stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), but all of them involve a gradual loss of kidney function. CKD is a common problem, especially in older people. It can happen when your kidneys can't keep up with the demands of your body and is unable to remove toxins or balance electrolytes. There are many health factors that cause CKD, the most common are diabetes(high blood s glucose levels damage kidneys), hypertension, or any other cardiac diseases. Another rare cause especially in older men is the enlargement of the prostate, or benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) can block urine and cause hydronephrosis, in other words, the kidneys get mechanically damaged due to urine back pressure causing hydroureter and finally hydronephrosis. Seek immediate medical emergency if your urine output gets low.

CKD can cause a number of problems, including:
-Lowering your blood pressure
-Getting sick often
-Losing weight
-Having trouble breathing
-Having to go to the hospital

CKD is usually treated with a combination of medication and therapy. Treatment usually starts with a kidney transplant, but it can also involve other treatments, such as dialysis.
The best way to prevent CKD is to keep your kidney function as high as possible. You can do this by eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and avoiding alcohol, tobacco, and other risky behaviors.

Acute Kidney Disease (AKD)

Acute kidney disease is a condition in which the kidneys fail to function properly. The most common form of acute kidney disease is acute renal failure, which is a sudden decrease in the function of the kidneys. Acute kidney disease can be caused by a variety of factors, including infectious diseases, dehydration kidney stones, and injuries.

If you are experiencing signs and symptoms of acute kidney disease, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. You may need to be hospitalized for treatment, and you may need to receive dialysis or a kidney transplant to survive. If you are experiencing acute kidney disease, it is important to maintain good health habits to help maintain your kidney function and prevent the condition from progressing. You should drink plenty of water and avoid drinking alcohol, caffeine, and salt, which can damage your kidneys. You should also eat a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables. If you are experiencing acute kidney disease, you should speak with your doctor about the best way to maintain your health.

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Sometimes AKD is reversed. In some cases, dialysis may be required. Seek immediate medical emergency if you think your kidneys' stopped working immediately. Remember urine doesn't stop immediately in the case of CKD but in AKD it can suddenly stop, or if there's any kind of injury, possibly there might be blood in the urine.

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