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National Kidney & Transplant I nstitute

Out-patient Department

Kidney Health 101 v.2a

Kidney Health Promotion

June 11, 2012

Introduction
other Kidney related illnesses are the number 6th cause of death here in the Philippines.
Chronic Kidney Diseases and

It is said that a Filipino is having the disease hourly or 120 Filipinos per million population per year

Only 73% or about 7, 267 patients recieved treatment.

About whole population probably just died without recieving any treatment.

Objectives:
a. know the functions of our kidney b. how do our kidneys work c. what are the common diseases associated with our kidney d. gain knowledge on how to prevent kidney diseases

Urinary System

General Functions of the urinary system:

Excretory
Urine formation Excretion of waste products Urine storage Bladder emptying

Regulatory
Regulation of electrolyte excretion Regulation of acid excretion Regulation of water excretion Auto regulation of blood pressure

Kidney(bato)

Kidneys
A pair of purplish-brown organs located below the ribs toward the middle of the back. The kidney on the left side is higher than the right side A person can survive even with one kidney b

Functions of kidney
produces urine to eliminate waste Secretes Erythropoietin to increase RBC Produces bicarbonate and secretes acids Excretes excess POTASSIUM and water Metabolism of Vitamin D

Diseases that can affect the kidneys?

Diabetes

Diseases that can affect the kidneys?

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Diseases that can affect the kidneys?

Diseases that cause inflammation and damage to the kidney

Diseases that can affect the kidneys?

Reduced blood flow to the kidneys

Diseases that can affect the kidneys?

Tumors and Frequent Urinary tract obstruction

What are at risk for kidney disease?

Non Modifiable Risk Factors

Family History Of Diabetes

Family History Of Hypertension

Family History of kidney disease

Extreme of ages (Ages 9 and below, and older than 60 years)

Congenital Defects in the Genito-Urinary System

Modifiable Risk Factors

Food preferences and sedentary lifestyle

Long-term use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn)

Smoking

Drinking of alcohol

SYMPTOMS OF REDUCED KIDNEY FUNCTION

High blood pressure Changes in the apearrance of urine Puffiness e.g. Legs and ankles Pain in the kidney area

Tiredness Difficulty sleeping Headaches

Itching Shortness of breath Nausea and vomiting

SIMPLE STEPS IN PROMOTING KIDNEY HEALTH

Improve lifestyle

Have a regular for of exercise, Walk 30 minutes 5 days a week. Relax and have plenty of rest

Eat a balanced diet of rice, vegetables, fish, and fruits and you cant go wrong.

Dont Smoke
Smoking slows blood flow to the kidneys
It can also cause Kidney cancer

Dont drink alcohol

Drinking alcohol increases the fluid and electrolyte volume of the body

Take in eight glasses of water a day, but this really depends on your age and condition.

If you are above 65 years of age, you may do well with just six glasses a day.

Monitor your blood pressure

To help control your blood pressure, you should:

Reduce weight, and take medicines for high blood pressure, if needed.

Limit your salt intake

Limit use of Patis

Limit eating at fast food restaurants and carenderia. Limit eating instant foods

Regular control of your blood sugar level

Stay away from sugar, sodas and artificial sweeteners

Keep control of your blood sugar with the help of your doctor.

Dont overwork your kidneys

. Dont load up on high-protein foods.

Watch your intake of pain relievers and other drugs.

Drugs like ibuprofen and some other painkillers are known to cause kidney damage if taken regularly

Do not take over the counter pill regularly If for some reason, these drugs needed to be taken regularly, consult your doctor

Dont rely on food supplements to protect your kidneys.

Get a regular kidney check-up.

Check your kidney function if you have one or more of the risk factors