Beware! Infusion at a small clinic can cause uremia. Don't let a minor cold turn into a major crisis.

In daily life, colds are a common disease, and many people choose to go to a small clinic for infusion treatment, hoping to recover quickly. However, a case in Ningbo, Zhejiang, sounded the alarm for us. 55-year-old Master He went to a small clinic for infusion due to a cold and low-grade fever, but was diagnosed with uremia just a few days later. This incident is shocking, and it highlights the serious consequences of improper medication, reminding us that we need to pay great attention to kidney health when using medication.

Master He's experience is not an isolated case. It deeply reveals the common problems in our daily medication: neglect of adverse drug reactions, excessive dosage and improper combination of drugs. During Master He's treatment, the clinic used drugs such as levofloxacin, ibuprofen and Tylenol. Although these drugs have a certain effect in relieving cold symptoms, the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ingredients they contain may cause acute kidney injury. What's more serious is that the clinic not only failed to fully consider the adverse reactions of these drugs, but also had problems with excessive dosage and improper combination of drugs, which aggravated the damage of drugs to the kidneys.

This case tells us that the use of drugs is not harmless, and rational use of drugs is the key. Kidneys are important organs in the human body, responsible for filtering blood, removing waste and excess water. Kidney damage not only affects its normal function, but may also cause a series of serious diseases such as uremia. Uremia is the end-stage manifestation of renal failure, and patients need to rely on dialysis or kidney transplantation to maintain life. Therefore, protecting kidney health and avoiding drug-induced kidney damage is crucial for each of us.

Understanding and preventing drug-induced kidney injury

Drug-induced renal injury refers to damage to kidney structure and function caused by improper use of drugs. This damage may be acute or chronic, depending on the type of drug, dosage, duration of use, and individual differences in patients. The symptoms of drug-induced renal injury may not be obvious and may be easily ignored, but once it develops to a serious level, it is extremely difficult to treat.

To prevent drug-induced kidney injury, we first need to improve our understanding of adverse drug reactions. Before using any drug, you should understand its indications, contraindications, adverse reactions and other information in detail, and use it under the guidance of a professional doctor. Especially for special groups such as the elderly, children, and pregnant women, medication should be used with caution. In addition, avoiding drug abuse is also the key to preventing drug-induced kidney injury. Many people will buy medicine on their own when they have mild symptoms such as colds and headaches. Although this practice is convenient, it may lead to overdose or improper use of drugs, increasing the risk of kidney damage.

Rational use of drugs is an important measure to protect kidney health. When using drugs, you should follow the advice of professional doctors and take them according to the prescribed dosage and course of treatment. At the same time, pay attention to the reactions after taking the drugs. If you experience symptoms such as decreased urine volume, abnormal urine color, and low back pain, you should seek medical attention in time. For patients who need long-term medication, renal function tests should be performed regularly to detect and treat drug-induced kidney damage in a timely manner.

The importance of lifestyle

In addition to drug factors, lifestyle also has an important impact on kidney health. Bad living habits, such as smoking, drinking, high-salt diet, lack of exercise, etc., can cause kidney damage. Smoking and drinking will increase the burden on the kidneys and affect the kidney's blood circulation and filtration function. A high-salt diet will cause high blood pressure, which will damage the kidneys. Lack of exercise will affect the body's metabolism and immune function, increasing the risk of disease.

Therefore, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential to protect the kidneys. We should quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption to reduce damage to the kidneys; maintain a low-salt diet to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as high blood pressure; moderate exercise can help improve the body's immunity and promote blood circulation, which is beneficial to kidney health. It is recommended to do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week, such as brisk walking, swimming, cycling, etc.

Mental health is also an important part of kidney health. Long-term mental stress and mood swings may affect kidney function. Maintaining a good attitude and learning to reduce stress and relax are also important for maintaining kidney health. You can relieve stress and keep a happy mood through meditation, yoga, reading, etc.

Protect kidney health together

Master He's case is a wake-up call for us, reminding us that we must be cautious in the use of drugs and pay great attention to kidney health. In daily life, each of us should increase our awareness of adverse drug reactions, avoid drug abuse, use drugs rationally, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

On this road to protecting kidney health, we need to keep learning and improve our self-protection awareness, and we also need the support and help of society. I hope that through this article, more people will pay attention to kidney health, understand the hazards of drug-induced kidney injury, master prevention knowledge, and jointly create a healthy and safe living environment. Let us work together to protect our "root of life" - the kidneys, for ourselves, for our families, and for the health and harmony of society.

Information reference source: Shaanxi TV News