Important symptoms of kidney disease

Important symptoms of kidney disease you shouln’t ignore

Most people are not aware of the fact that kidney diseases can be silent killers. They may not show any symptoms for a long time till the situation becomes critical. It is important to recognize the symptoms of kidney diseases to catch them early. Here is a list of twelve such symptoms you should look out for:

Changes in your urinary function : The first symptom of kidney disease is changes the amount, frequency of your urination. There may be an increase or decrease in amount and/or its frequency, especially at night. It may also look more dark colored. You may feel the urge to urinate but are unable to do so when you get to the restroom.

Difficulty or pain during voiding : Sometimes you have difficulty or feel pressure or pain while voiding. Urinary tract infections may cause symptoms such as pain or burning during urination. When these infections spread to the kidneys they may cause fever and pain in your back.

Blood in the urine : This is a symptom of kidney disease which is a definite cause for concern. There may be other reasons, but it is advisable to visit your doctor in case you notice it.

Swelling : Kidneys remove wastes and extra fluid from the body. When they are unable to do so, this extra fluid will build up causing swelling in your hands, feet, ankles and/or your face.

Extreme fatigue and generalized weakness : Your kidneys produce a hormone called erythropoietin which helps make red blood cells that carry oxygen. In kidney disease lower levels of erythropoietin causes decreased red blood cells in your body resulting in anemia. There is decreased oxygen delivery to cells causing generalized weakness and extreme fatigue.

Dizziness & Inability to concentrate : Anemia associated with kidney disease also depletes your brain of oxygen which may cause dizziness, trouble with concentration, etc.

Feeling cold all the time : If you have kidney disease you may feel cold even when in a warm surrounding due to anemia.
Pyelonephritis (kidney infection) may cause fever with chills.

Skin rashes and itching : Kidney failure causes waste build-up in your blood. This can causes severe itching and skin rashes.

Ammonia breath and metallic taste : Kidney failure increases level of urea in the blood (uraemia). This urea is broken down to ammonia in the saliva causing urine-like bad breath called ammonia breath. It is also usually associated with an unpleasant metallic taste (dysgeusia) in the mouth.

Nausea and vomiting : The build-up of waste products in your blood in kidney disease can also cause nausea and vomiting.

Shortness of breath : Kidney disease causes fluid to build up in the lungs. And also, anemia, a common side-effect of kidney disease, starves your body of oxygen. You may have trouble catching your breath due to these factors.

Pain in the back or sides : Some cases of kidney disease may cause pain. You may feel a severe cramping pain that spreads from the lower back into the groin if there is a kidney stone in the ureter. Pain may also be related to polycystic kidney disease, an inherited kidney disorder, which causes many fluid-filled cysts in the kidneys. Interstitial cystitis, a chronic inflammation of the bladder wall, causes chronic pain and discomfort.

It is important to identify kidney disease early because in most cases the damage in the kidneys can’t be undone. To reduce your chances of getting severe kidney problems, see your doctor when you observe one or more of the above symptoms. If caught early, kidney disease can be treated very effectively.

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Ayurvedic Home remedies for abdominal pain

 July 15, 2014  Dr. Anchal Maheshwari

Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Abdominal pain

1 Take Anardana (Pomegranate seed) and apply some black salt and Kali Mirch (Peppercorns) powder on these Anar seeds. Use these seeds in stomach ache or abdominal pain.

2 Take equal amount of Adrak (Ginger) and Pudina (Mint, Peppermint) extract. Mix some saindhava namak (Rock salt) in it. Use this mixture to end stomach ache or abdominal pain. This is best home remedy to stop vomit also.

3 Chew some roasted Saunf/Sanchal (Fennel seed) in stomach ache or abdominal pain. This is more commonly used Ayurvedic home remedies for stomach ache in homes.

4 In home remedies for stomach ache, Neem/nimb (Azadirachta indica) is also used. Take equal amount of 8-10 gram of each Neem seeds, Tulsi (Holy basil, Ocimum sanctum) leaves, Sonth (Dried ginger) and 10 Kali Mirch (Peppercorns). Prepare the fine powder of all these 4 herbs and lick this powder in stomach ache treatment.

5 Mix Dhania (Coriander) powder with some sugar-candy. Use to stop stomach ache or abdominal pain.

6 Boil the powder of 8-10 Laung / Lavang (Cloves) with water on slow fire. Patient use this warm water solution in stomach ache or abdominal pain treatment.

7 Mix Jaiphal (Nutmeg) oil with sugar to use as Ayurvedic home remedies for stomach ache. It is also good for gastric problems.

8 Mix equal amount 2 spoons of lemon extract and Adrak (Ginger) extract. Also add some loaf sugar in it. Use this mixture in stomach ache or abdominal pain treatment.

These are 8 best quick pain relief Home Remedies For Stomach Ache or abdominal pain
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