Question 1

Is drinking a lot of water good for your kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Yes, water helps the kidneys remove wastes from your blood in the form of urine. Water also helps keep your blood vessels open so that blood can travel freely to your kidneys, and deliver essential nutrients to them.

Question 2

I'm really concerned about my younger brother's health because his creatinine level is at 9. I'm trying to understand what the best treatment option might be. If dialysis is necessary, I'm curious about whether a temporary or permanent solution would be more suitable. Could you give me some guidance?

Accepted Answer

Spoiled Milk Consumption Recovery

*Immediate Action*

1. *Stay hydrated*: Drink plenty of water to help flush out toxins.
2. *Rest*: Give your body time to recover.

*Relieving Stomach Aches and Digestion Problems*

1. *Ginger*: Consume ginger tea, ginger ale, or ginger candies to soothe the stomach.
2. *Bananas*: Eat bananas to help settle your stomach and replace lost potassium.
3. *BRAT diet*: Follow the BRAT diet (Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Toast) for a day or two to ease digestion.
4. *Probiotics*: Take probiotic supplements or consume probiotic-rich foods like yogurt (ensure it's not spoiled) to restore gut bacteria.
5. *Over-the-counter medication*: Consider taking antacids or anti-diarrheal medications like loperamide (Imodium) if your symptoms are severe.

*When to Seek Medical Attention*

1. *Severe vomiting*: If you're unable to keep fluids down.
2. *Bloody stools*: If you experience bloody stools or severe abdominal pain.
3. *Fever*: If you have a fever above 101.5F (38.6C).
4. *Dehydration*: If you're experiencing excessive thirst, dark urine, or dizziness.

*Prevention*

1. *Check expiration dates*: Always check the expiration date before consuming dairy products.
2. *Store properly*: Store milk and dairy products in the refrigerator at a temperature below 40F (4C).

Question 3

I was diagnosed with CKD last month and my creatinine was at 4.1. My doctor did a biopsy and mentioned that 820 glomeruli showed shrinking because of IgA. There's no swelling on my face or feet but I'm passing protein in my urine, no blood though. My blood pressure has been around 12585. I'm looking for a second opinion because I've been on medication for the past week but my creatinine has gone up to 7. My doctor still advises continuing with Omnacortil 40 and Sevcar. Is this the right approach, or should I be concerned about the increase in creatinine levels? Would really appreciate some guidance.

Accepted Answer

-It sounds like you've been diagnosed with CKD, with a creatinine level of 4.1 initially, which has risen to 7 despite starting treatment. The biopsy showed IgA-related damage, and you're on Omnacortil and Sevcar. Since your doctor recommends continuing t

What color is urine when your kidneys are failing?

When kidneys are failing, the increased concentration and accumulation of substances in urine lead to a darker color which may be brown, red or purple

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