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Healthy eating for kidney patients
WebHave a healthy diet (containing a wide variety of foods) Cut back on salt – as eating too much salt is linked with high blood pressure and heart disease, which can damage your kidneys. If you want to observe a period of fasting e.g. as part of your religion, be sure to read our guidance on fasting. Keep to a healthy weight and exercise regularly.
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Study reveals new way to repair damaged kidneys
WebScientists at the University of Edinburgh have demonstrated that a drug may protect vulnerable kidneys from damage. Thanks to research we have funded with the Wellcome Trust, this study shows that in mice, kidney cells that have stopped dividing – called senescent cells - cause kidney scarring and affect how well the kidney can repair …
Improving quality of life in CKD: what can we learn from patient
WebThe most common symptom was fatigue, but patients also reported poor mobility, bone or joint pain, drowsiness, poor sleep, itching, dry skin, swelling in legs and many others. The burden of symptoms increased as CKD advanced. When compared with people without CKD, those with the disease had a lower quality of life, linked to the …
Symptoms of Kidney Disease Kidney Research UK
WebWe don’t fully understand what causes many of the symptoms that trouble patients with CKD, nor how best to treat them. Therefore, we are actively funding many projects aimed at alleviating symptoms of kidney disease, including a …
Kidney Conditions Kidney Symptoms Kidney Research UK
WebWe provide information on the most common kidney conditions and symptoms. Each section has detailed information about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, useful links and related research. A-Z list of conditions Conditions by category A-Z list of conditions A Acute kidney injury Alport syndrome Anaemia Atherosclerotic renovascular disease Atypical …
Kidney Catalyst to accelerate kidney disease treatment
WebKidney disease is a public health emergency. Our recent report estimates that more than 7 million people in the UK are currently living with chronic kidney disease. This is likely to increase further owing to the relationship between kidney disease, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and obesity, and presents a huge challenge for …
New research offers hope of revolutionising approaches to …
WebSeeking better ways to monitor kidney health. Kidney health is currently assessed by blood tests or invasive kidney biopsies (taking a small tissue sample), however, performing multiple biopsies over time to track any changes in kidney function can be unpleasant for patients and comes with some risk.
Mental health impact on kidney disease patients revealed: our new
WebLaunch of a new report. Today we are launching a new report we commissioned into the mental health impact of kidney disease on patients, recommending urgent improvements to the current model of care. Written by Centre for Mental Health, the report sets out the significant mental health needs of people living with chronic kidney …
Kidney disease is a public health emergency that threatens to …
WebKidney disease has become a public health emergency in the UK, with cases of the health condition growing so rapidly it risks costing the UK economy £13.9billion annually by 2033 without significant government intervention, a major new report has found.
Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis
WebContinuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) is a way of replacing your kidney function, if your kidneys have failed, by using the membrane covering your internal organs (the peritoneum). The peritoneum is a natural filter, with a rich supply of tiny blood vessels (capillaries), which lines a space in your body called the peritoneal (or
A way to empower kidney patients to monitor their blood …
WebThere is currently no way for kidney patients to measure their own potassium levels — they can only be measured via a blood test at the hospital or GP surgery. This is time-consuming, costly, and can give inaccurate readings if there is a delay between taking the sample and carrying out the analysis. This means that often patients must take
Understanding mental health following a kidney transplant
WebThe problem. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a life-long condition that impacts all aspects of a person’s life, which means that mental health problems are common. A kidney transplant is usually a promising and positive experience, but in some cases, there can be unexpected problems such as early failure or rejection.
New research sheds light on kidney scarring
WebNew research sheds light on kidney scarring. 19 March 2018. Kidney Research UK funded scientists have identified a key culprit in the onset of kidney disease – nano-sized ‘shuttles’ which transport a damaging enzyme outside of the kidney cells in order for it to begin the scarring process on the surface. It is hoped that the study, led by
Choosing not to start dialysis
WebAfter taking these and other factors into consideration, some people choose not to start dialysis but instead opt for active supportive care (sometimes known as conservative, maximum conservative or responsive care). If you are considering active supportive care your doctors will respect your views but you may also want to talk to your family
Hydration for kidney health
WebHere are seven top tips to help you ensure that you’re drinking enough each day: Whilst all fluid counts towards your fluid intake, water is one of the healthiest choices when it comes to maintaining kidney health. Sip water little and often. Women should aim to drink eight 200ml glasses of fluid a day. Men should aim to drink ten 200ml
Kidney patients trial world’s first blood potassium self-testing device
WebThe world’s first blood potassium level home testing kit is in development with support from Kidney Research UK. The project has now reached a crucial stage with t he first patients poised to participate in the planned clinical study. The y will be test ing a hand-held device that is designed to empower kidney patients to quickly and simply measure …
Understanding test results
Websodium (Na) – normal levels are 135-145 mmol/litre potassium (K) – normal levels are 3.5-5.0 mmol/litre calcium (Ca) – normal levels are 2.2-2.6 mmol/litre; but some calcium is bound to the protein albumin in the blood, so variations in albumin level can cause variations in the calcium level. Therefore, the calcium level is often expressed as an ‘adjusted …
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