Kidney disease prognosis secrets: 5 important instructions from doctors

1. Strictly control blood pressure and blood sugar: Hypertension and hyperglycemia are important risk factors for the progression of kidney disease. Kidney patients should closely monitor blood pressure and blood sugar, take antihypertensive and hypoglycemic drugs on time, control blood pressure below 130/80 mmHg, fasting blood sugar below 7.0 mmol/L, and blood sugar below 10.0 mmol/L 2 hours after a meal. For example, some kidney patients have effectively delayed the progression of kidney disease by measuring blood pressure and blood sugar every day and adjusting drug dosages according to the values.

2. Regular review: Review at the intervals recommended by the doctor, including urine routine, renal function, blood routine, electrolytes, etc. Keep abreast of changes in the condition and adjust the treatment plan. For example, check renal function every 3 months and urine routine every 1 to 2 weeks to detect abnormal indicators early and take corresponding measures.

3. Prevent infection: Infection is a common cause of relapse and aggravation of kidney disease. Kidney patients should pay attention to personal hygiene, wash hands and change clothes frequently, and avoid crowded and poorly ventilated places. Add or remove clothes in time when the seasons change to prevent colds. Once symptoms of infection occur, such as fever, cough, frequent urination, and urgency, you should seek medical treatment immediately.

4. Maintain a good attitude: A positive and optimistic attitude helps improve immunity and promote physical recovery. Kidney patients should learn to adjust their emotions and avoid anxiety, depression and tension. They can relax by participating in social activities and cultivating hobbies. For example, some kidney patients have joined a mutual aid group for kidney patients, encouraging and supporting each other, becoming more positive and their condition is better controlled.

5. Follow a healthy lifestyle: Eat a reasonable diet, low in salt, fat, and high-quality low-protein diet, and avoid spicy, greasy, and irritating foods. Exercise moderately, such as walking, Tai Chi, swimming, etc., but avoid overwork. Quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, and ensure adequate sleep.