On weekend mornings, Mr. Li prepared to go to the vegetable market as usual. He noticed that his ankle was a little swollen and thought that maybe he had drunk too much water last night. However, the swelling did not subside, but became more and more severe. This situation caught his attention, but he did not act immediately.
After a week, Mr. Lee began to experience chest tightness and fatigue, which prevented him from carrying out his daily activities normally. These symptoms gradually intensified, forcing him to go to the hospital, where he was eventually diagnosed with the pre-uremia stage.
1. Foamy urine is not only a precursor to kidney disease
Foamy urine, a seemingly inconspicuous detail, can be a warning sign that kidney disease is quietly sending us. Under normal circumstances, the surface tension of a person's urine is low and there is not much foam.
But when the amount of protein in the urine increases, the surface tension of the urine increases, resulting in the formation of foamy urine. This condition, medically known as proteinuria, is an important sign of impaired kidney function.
However, not all foamy urine is an indication of kidney problems. Sometimes, rapid urination or high urine concentrations can also cause transient foaming.
This requires us to pay attention in our daily life, if foamy urine appears frequently and persistently, it is best not to take it lightly and go to the hospital for a professional examination as soon as possible.
However, we should not just stare at foamy urine as a signal. Kidney disease is often accompanied by a variety of other symptoms, and timely recognition of these symptoms is essential for early detection of kidney disease.
2. Nephrotic syndrome and its symptoms
When it comes to kidney disease, the first thing that comes to many people's minds is nephrotic syndrome. This is a collection of signs and symptoms due to glomerular damage, including proteinuria, hyperlipidemia, edema, and hypoproteinemia. The symptoms of nephrotic syndrome do not occur overnight, but appear slowly.
For example, patients may find themselves feeling tired more and more easily, with noticeable puffiness in the legs and eyelids. This is because the kidneys' filtration function is weakened and they are unable to effectively remove excess water from the body, resulting in a build-up of water in the body.
In addition, impaired kidney function can also affect the balance of protein in the body, resulting in a decrease in protein in the blood, resulting in hypoproteinemia.
As the disease progresses, patients may also experience a decrease in urine output, which is due to the inability of the kidneys to excrete urine effectively and effectively.
In this case, the urine output remains low even with increased water intake. In addition to this, symptoms such as itchy skin, loss of appetite, etc., may also occur, causing great inconvenience and pain to the patient.
The above is a brief introduction to nephrotic syndrome and its symptoms, hoping to arouse everyone's attention to kidney health. In life, we should pay more attention to our physical condition, detect and deal with kidney problems in time, and protect our health.
3. A variety of symptoms caused by kidney failure
Kidney failure is a later stage in the progression of kidney disease, in which the kidneys' ability to remove waste and excess water is greatly reduced, and toxins and water accumulate in the body, leading to a variety of symptoms and complications. Among them, uremia is a severe manifestation of renal failure, which is manifested as a symptom of multisystem impairment.
One study showed that common clinical manifestations in uremia include, but are not limited to, the following: First, abnormal changes in urine output.
Renal insufficiency can lead to a decrease in urine output, especially in advanced kidney disease. In addition, some patients may present with increased nocturia, which is related to dysregulation of the kidneys.
Second, edema is another common symptom, especially in the lower extremities and eyelids. This is because the kidneys are unable to effectively expel excess water from the body, resulting in a build-up of water in the body.
Thirdly, hypertension is also a common problem in patients with renal failure, and disorders of the adrenaline and renin-angiotensin systems directly affect blood pressure.
In addition to the above symptoms, patients may also experience digestive problems such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, etc. The appearance of these symptoms is related to the accumulation of toxins in the body and the impact on the gastrointestinal tract.
Long-term accumulation of urinary toxins can also lead to damage to the nervous system, manifested by problems such as altered mental status, difficulty concentrating, and memory loss.
Understanding these symptoms helps us recognise the severity of kidney failure and seek medical help at the early signs to prevent the condition from getting worse.
Fourth, the importance of kidney care and health care methods
The kidneys are important organs of the human body, and once damaged, not only is the treatment complicated, but also seriously affects the quality of life. Therefore, it is particularly important to maintain the kidneys and prevent the occurrence of kidney disease. Kidney disease prevention and care can be done in many ways, but the key is to develop healthy lifestyle habits.
First of all, maintaining a good diet is the foundation of kidney nourishment. It is recommended to reduce salt and protein intake, too much salt will increase the burden on the kidneys, and a high-protein diet will produce more urea, which can put stress on the kidneys.
At the same time, the intake of high-phosphorus foods should be limited, as excessive phosphorus can interfere with calcium and phosphorus balance and affect bone health. Increase your intake of vegetables and fruits, which provide enough vitamins and trace elements, to help with kidney health.
Secondly, regular check-ups are an effective way to detect kidney disease early. Through urine routine, blood routine, renal function test, etc., you can understand the health status of your kidneys in time and take timely measures to prevent the progression of the disease.
Finally, maintaining good lifestyle habits is also key to kidney health. Quit smoking, limit alcohol, maintain proper exercise, and get enough sleep can all help maintain kidney function. At the same time, avoid abusing drugs, especially those that can damage the kidneys, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Through the above methods, we can better protect kidney health, prevent the occurrence of kidney disease, and improve the quality of life. I hope that you can take care of your kidney health and take care of your body in your daily life.
5. The importance of early detection of kidney problems
Early detection of kidney problems is essential to prevent serious consequences such as uremia. Kidney disease is often asymptomatic in the early stages, but when it does, it often indicates that the disease has progressed to a more severe stage.
Therefore, improving the understanding of the symptoms of early kidney disease is of invaluable value in protecting kidney function and delaying the progression of the disease.
Medical studies have shown that regular kidney function tests are key to finding problems. Tests that include serum creatinine, urea nitrogen, and electrolyte levels are all routine ways to assess kidney health.
In addition, microalbuminuria is another important early indicator that can be detected in the early stages before renal function is impaired.
Early symptoms that patients should be aware of include, but are not limited to, proteinuria, frequent nocturia, elevated blood pressure, and slight puffiness of the feet or eyelids.
Even if you don't feel significant discomfort when you have these symptoms, you should get a medical exam as soon as possible so that you don't miss out on the best time for treatment.
summary
Kidney disease often invades our health silently, and by the time obvious symptoms appear, the disease has often progressed to a more severe stage. Through the above-mentioned early diagnosis, lifestyle modification and regular medical check-ups, we can effectively prevent the occurrence and progression of kidney disease.
I hope that everyone can pay attention to their kidney health, take active preventive measures, maintain a healthy lifestyle, keep our kidneys away from diseases, and escort our physical health.