Why is 'uremia' increasing? Reminder: It has nothing to do with tobacco and alcohol, most of which are caused by 3 things
More and more people are targeted by uremia at a young age, and Mr. Chang, who is in his early 30s this year, is no exception.
As a programmer, his usual work is relatively busy. Although the unit will organize regular physical examinations, he has never participated in it because he is young. Some time ago, he occasionally felt fatigued. superior.
Until later, the symptoms became more and more serious. Not only was the whole body weak, but there were also symptoms such as swollen feet. I rushed to the hospital. When I checked it, it turned out to be uremia. The doctor said that if there is no suitable kidney source, I can only rely on dialysis in the future. Sustain life.
1. Uremia is increasing? Not related to tobacco and alcohol
According to survey statistics, the prevalence of chronic kidney disease among adults in my country has reached 10.8%, and the total number of patients with chronic renal failure is about 1 million, and uremia is the end stage of the development of chronic renal failure. The scary thing is that uremia is becoming more and more many.
According to statistics, in 2011, there were 276,000 uremia patients in my country, and in 2016, the number increased to 501,000.
Uremia refers to some symptoms of human poisoning caused by the failure of kidney function, resulting in the inability of metabolites from the body to be excreted from the body in time.
Uremia is generally related to diabetes, hypertension, nephritis, and congenital kidney disease that cannot be effectively treated for a long time. It may also cause kidney damage, urinary tract stones, urinary tract infection, gout and other systemic diseases due to long-term use of nephrotoxic drugs. cause. In addition, uremia is also affected by other factors, such as:
1. Frequent urination
Often holding back urine can lead to bladder damage, and may also lead to urine reflux, kidney infection, and even uremia.
2. Often stay up late
The operation of the kidneys has a biological clock system. At night, the blood flow of the kidneys will be reduced by half, which is used for rest and adjustment. However, the habit of staying up late will cause the kidneys to rotate continuously, unable to get rest, and even cause kidney damage.
3. Abuse of health products, drugs, etc.
Many people rely on the health benefits of health care products, they think they are good, and they eat and supplement it. In fact, health care products are also drugs, which can also cause kidney damage. In addition, some drugs themselves are nephrotoxic. Once taken improperly, it is likely to cause kidney damage. exhaustion.
2. When uremia occurs in the early stage, there may be these signals
Although the early symptoms of uremia are not obvious, it will also send some signals. If the following abnormal symptoms appear, be careful that it is the signal sent by uremia.
1. Frequent urination
In addition to urinary tract infection, which can lead to frequent urination and urgency, renal failure may also lead to the urge to urinate. Therefore, it is necessary to find out the cause as soon as possible to avoid delaying the treatment.
2. Itchy skin
In the early stage, patients with uremia will also have symptoms such as sudden skin itching, rash, etc., and also accompanied by symptoms of pain when scratching.
3. edema
If you find that the eyelids and ankles are swollen, it may also be caused by the inability of the water caused by uremia to be discharged in time, so you must pay attention.
4. Headache, fatigue
Uremia leads to the inability to excrete toxins in the body in time. Affected by toxins, the cranial nerves are likely to suffer from lesions, resulting in symptoms such as headache and fatigue.
3. Pay attention to 3 points to prevent uremia
Once you are targeted by uremia, the quality of life and physical health will be greatly affected, so you must usually do a good job in the prevention of uremia.
1. Pay attention to urination at any time
If you have frequent urination difficulties, you must pay attention to it, otherwise it may induce uremia.
2. Don't take medicine indiscriminately
People with basic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure must follow the doctor's instructions to take medicines to control their conditions.
3. Avoid being overworked and staying up late
Long-term overwork, staying up late, etc. will also increase the burden on the kidneys, resulting in kidney damage, etc. Therefore, it is necessary to combine work and rest to avoid being overworked and staying up late.
There are more and more patients with uremia, which is related to people's bad habits such as poor control of some basic diseases, indiscriminate medication, holding back urine, staying up late, etc. Usually, we must do a good job in the prevention of uremia, understand some of the signals sent by uremia, and do it regularly. Good medical screening.
References:
[1] Why do young people get uremia? Note: Do these things sparingly! .Health Times.2021-04-11
[2] How was uremia dragged out step by step? It comes with 3 typical symptoms. Family doctor online. 2019-03-18
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