CKD Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Chronic kidney disease
A
Is a condition where the kidney gradually loses their ability to filter waste and excess fluid from the blood
2
Q
Causes
A
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Kidney infections
Kidney inflammation
Smoking
Alcohol consumption
3
Q
Symptoms
A
Tiredness
Swollen ankles, feet’s or hands
Blood in urine
Shortness of breath
4
Q
Prevention
A
Stop smoking
Healthy diet
Manage alcohol intake
Exercise regularly
Careful with overdosing pain killers
5
Q
Impact on life
A
Anaemia
Increase risk of cardiovascular diseases
Kidney failure
Difficulty concentrating
Depression and anxiety
Reduced life expectancy
6
Q
Treatment options
A
Lifestyle changes
Medications to help with symptoms
Dialysis
