The 43-year-old Chef Ye is a soup lover and stews a pot of old fire soup every morning.
But recently, he feels tired, and even going to the toilet has become difficult, and his wife can't help but make fun of him when she sees it; "You drink tonic soup every day, where do you make up for it? Master Ye still said that he was in good health, but within a day, Master Ye's discomfort became more and more intense, and he quickly called his wife to the hospital. After arriving at the hospital, the doctor urgently sent him to the ICU for observation, and it turned out that Master Ye had developed kidney failure, which may be related to his habit of drinking old fire soup.
Everyone in the family is stupid, how can the tonic soup have such serious consequences?
1. Can high-purine foods cause kidney failure?
With the change of people's lifestyle, the prevalence of gout is increasing year by year, and it is showing a trend of younger people. However, many people's understanding of gout is still at the level of gouty arthritis. But! If gout is left untreated, it is very likely to develop into gouty nephropathy, which can lead to kidney failure in severe cases.
Studies have shown that about one-third of chronic gout patients have kidney damage, and the incidence of kidney stones in gout patients is 200 times higher than that of normal people, which is 35%~40%. Data show that about 25% of gout patients will eventually develop kidney failure, and there is a mortality rate of 60%~70%.
Why is gout so closely linked to kidney disease?
First of all, after the human body ingests high-purine foods, it will metabolize and produce uric acid in the body, when the amount of uric acid produced and excreted is not proportional, it will lead to the accumulation of excess urate crystals in the main kidneys, which will lead to damage to kidney health, which will lead to the occurrence of kidney failure in the long run.
Many people don't know that spinach is actually a hidden high-purine household. Although spinach seeds are rich in trace elements such as vitamin C, carotene and iron, they also contain a large amount of oxalic acid, which will form calcium oxalate with calcium in the human body, which is easy to accumulate in the body and cause difficulty in the excretion of uric acid.
In conclusion, controlling your diet is essential for maintaining kidney health. It is recommended that patients with kidney disease avoid excessive intake of high-purine foods such as seafood, fried foods and animal liver in their daily diet to prevent kidney disease caused by high uric acid.
2. These 3 abnormalities or the kidneys are calling for help!
Holding urine is something that many of us experience, and many of us don't care about it, but you know, a lot of the reactions when you urinate may be the kidneys sending warning signals to you, you know what they are.
Anomaly 1: The color turns red
Abnormal urine color refers to the appearance of urine that is not transparent, such as red, pink, or cloudy, and may be caused by bleeding from the urinary system. This blood may come from the kidneys, bladder or urethra. This may indicate a serious health problem, such as kidney stones, an infectious urinary disorder, or another underlying medical condition. If persistent, immediate medical attention should be sought for further testing.
Anomaly 2: Increased frequency
Frequent urination refers to frequent urination, usually more than 8 times a day. Holding urine can cause the bladder to distlate excessively, stimulating the nerve centers to produce more signals to urinate. Frequent urination can affect quality of life, especially during nighttime sleep, leading to problems such as insomnia.
Abnormality 3: Painful urination
Dysuria is a painful or burning sensation when urinating, which in severe cases interferes with normal life and work, and in severe cases, it is even impossible to walk or sit normally. Prompt treatment can reduce symptoms and prevent complications.
3. How to raise "kidneys", starting from these three points
Kidney failure may sound like a word that makes people feel hopeless, but in fact, it also plays an irreplaceable role in daily life. When there is a problem with kidney function, a series of problems can be triggered. So what precautions do patients with kidney failure need to follow in their daily life?
1. Avoid strenuous exercise
Patients with kidney failure already have impaired kidney function, and if they exercise vigorously, it may lead to an increase in the body's metabolic waste, further increasing the burden on the kidneys. For patients with kidney failure, some light aerobic exercises, such as walking, tai chi, etc., can be chosen to promote blood circulation, but avoid overexertion.
2. Limit protein intake
A high-protein diet increases the workload of the kidneys, which can overwhelm the kidneys in the long term and may even induce uremia. Patients with kidney failure should reduce the intake of high-protein foods such as meat and dairy products, and choose low-protein foods, such as whole-grain bread and oatmeal.
3. Avoid the use of nephrotoxic drugs
Some drugs are nephrotoxic and can directly or indirectly damage renal tubular epithelial cells, impairing kidney function and even causing acute renal failure. Patients with kidney failure should take medication as prescribed by their doctor and avoid self-taking over-the-counter medications, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, to avoid aggravating the condition.
The daily care of patients with kidney failure should pay attention to rest, ensure adequate sleep, and avoid staying up late. At the same time, regular reviews are necessary in order to identify and deal with any potential problems in a timely manner.
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