Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment

Chronic Kidney Disease, also known as CKD, involves a gradual loss of kidney function and eventually leads to Kidney failure. Chronic kidney disease treatment will focus on slowing the progression of kidney damage by controlling the cause. In severe cases, a kidney transplant might be needed.

      What are the symptoms of chronic kidney disease?

The kidney performs some of the critical functions in the body like filtering the waste, BP control, RBC production, bone, and mineral metabolism, management of acidosis, and more.

When the kidney is affected, all these functions are affected, producing symptoms. People having stage 1 and 2 chronic kidney disease would not experience any symptoms. After stage 3 there might be symptoms starting to occur. Here are some of the symptoms involved with Chronic kidney disease.

·         Anemia

·         High blood pressure that is hard to control

·         Bone weakness

·         Reduction in urine

·         Inflammation in legs and arms

Chronic Kidney disease treatment is available, and if the patient is in stage 3 or less, they are monitored so that the disease does not progress. But people who usually come to the nephrologist only do so when the condition is at stage 4 or 5. Thus, if you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above or suspect a kidney problem, it is best to consult with a specialist immediately.

Also Read: Dialysis: Is it the End of Life?

      What are the treatment options for chronic kidney disease?

There are 3 treatment options for Chronic kidney treatment.

·         Kidney transplant

·         Hemodialysis

·         Peritoneal dialysis

When the disease progresses from stage 4 to stage 5 in a person, these treatment options are presented to the patient.

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Diagnosing Chronic kidney disease at early stages is important to treat and manage it. At Kauvery Hospital, we have experienced doctors and equipment which can help the patients at any stage of the disease.

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Mental Health in the Elderly

According to WHO, depression, and dementia are the most common mental and neurological conditions present among the elderly. The most common complaint that geriatricians get from people over the age of 60 is losing sleep and depression. Changes in eating and sleeping habits are some of the symptoms you should consult with a specialist. You can use search options like geriatrician near me or get suggestions from your family doctor.

      What is the reason for these pattern changes in the elderly?

Usually, at the age of 60, most people undergo not able changes in their life. This is the age of retirement and when the children tend to settle in their own lives. Age-related mobility restrictions are common during this age. Other than the resulting loneliness, there is also the inclusion of health ailments.

All these drastic economic and health change scan be responsible for the loss of sleep and increased stress in the elderly. These stressors do not always lead to mental health problems.

But in India, a study has found that about 30% of the people above the age of 60 suffer from mental health problems that often go undetected.

      What are the symptoms that we should look out for?

Prolonged stress in the elderly can result in mental health problems like depression. Depression in the elderly can be undetected since most people consider being withdrawn as part of aging. Also, we are more ignorant towards mental problems and thus do not immediately get help. Here are some of the symptoms that you should look out for in the elderly and, if noted, should get help.

•       Somatisation - Prolonged pain in a specific part of the body without any medical reason
•       Loss of interest in usual activities for over 2 weeks
•       Loss of energy
•       Change in eating and sleeping patterns

If you notice any of these symptoms for more than 2 weeks, it is important to consult with a doctor.

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Also Read: Maintaining a Good Mental Health in Our Silver Years

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People need to understand that depression is not a part of aging, and with the right help, older adults can lead happy and healthy life. At Kauvery Hospital, we have the best geriatricians and psychologists who can help older people get over their problems.

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Simple Home Exercises for Elderly

Every year October 1 is celebrated as World Elders day, and we take this opportunity to remind you of the old saying, “Age is just a number”. With simple rules and precautions, it is possible to improve the quality of life for the elderly. Exercises are essential for muscle fitness, and thus our bone specialists have listed some of the activities that the elderly can do at their homes without much effort.

Rising from the sleeping position

Postural hypotension is a common condition in older people, and thus while rising from the lying position on the bed, it is best not to make sudden movements. The correct way to rise from the bed while a person is lying on his back is given below:

•          Take deep breaths twice while lying on your back
•          Now turn on your side and take deep breaths.
•          Now let your legs down from the bed and then rise from the bed.

When you follow this procedure to rise from the bed, it is possible to reduce postural hypotension in a person.

Strengthening the neck muscles

To increase the range of motion in the neck muscles, here are some exercises to follow.

•          Move the head slowly from one side to another side.
•          Repeat this motion about 5-10 times.
•          Now move the head from to look up and down.
•          Repeat this motion about 5-10 times.
•          Now move your head sidewise so that your ears touch your shoulders, and then move the head to the other side.
•          Repeat this motion about 5-10 times.

Also Read: What are the benefits of doing cardio exercises like Running?

Shoulder raising exercises

Raise your hand to chest level and then move your shoulders back to widen your chest area. You can move your shoulders back to the range of your movements and then bring the hands back to the original position. Repeat this exercise about 5-10 times.

To know more, watch the full video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2mwvWYAjrs

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Injuries due to falling are one of the major causes for which the elderly visit the hospital. Strengthening the muscles using these simple home exercises can avoid weakness and consequently falling. Kauvery hospital has some of the best orthopaedic surgeons in the country and immediately provides you with the proper care.

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