World Kidney Cancer Day: Watch out for early symptoms like unexplained fever, swollen ankles & anaemia
Kidney cancer is difficult to diagnose at an early stage as it doesn't come with clear signs. In 2020, around 431,288 new cases of kidney cancer were recorded globally, making it the 14th most common cancer.
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Persistent nagging pain or heaviness on the side or the back is a tell-tale sign of kidney cancer.
Kidney cancer, which is considered the 14th most common cancer worldwide, doesn't come with clear signs at an early stage. More often than not, it is difficult to diagnose.
Also known as renal cancer, the World Cancer Research Fund International recorded around 4,31,288 new cases of kidney cancer worldwide in 2020. It is also said the be the ninth and 14th most common cancer in men and women, respectively.
According to a 2014 study by the Indian Journal of Medical Research, renal cell carcinoma, the most common type of kidney cancer, accounts for 3 per cent of all adult cancer and 85 per cent of all kidney tumours.
While it is mostly seen in the elderly, there is a growing number of cases in the younger population too.
Early Symptoms
In most cases, kidney cancer gets detected at a later stage. Doctors believe the condition is curable if caught and treated early.
Watch out for early signs like fatigue, high blood pressure, unexplained fever and malaise. While persistent nagging pain or heaviness on the side or the back is a tell-tale sign, also make sure you don't feel a lump or mass around that area.
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Initial symptoms also include blood in urine, loss of appetite, anaemia, unexplained weight loss and swelling in ankles or legs, and flank and/or bone pain.
World Kidney Day: Don't Let Hypertension, Diabetes Ruin Your Kidneys; Lifestyle Choices To Follow
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Chronic kidney disease is a hidden epidemic affecting millions of people, globally. In India, it has been ranked as the eighth leading cause of death.
The prevalence of this disease has almost doubled over the past decade, and is expected to increase further due to rise in risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity, stress, and unhealthy eating habits.
Dr Vijay Kher, Chairman of Kidney and Urology Institute at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, share how a well-rounded-diet and adequate water intake are key to combating kidney disease.
Chronic kidney disease is a hidden epidemic affecting millions of people, globally. In India, it has been ranked as the eighth leading cause of death.
The prevalence of this disease has almost doubl..
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It’s important to drink 1.5 to 2 litres of water a day so that the body is well hydrated. This allows the waste products to be excreted in adequate urine volume.
It’s important to drink 1.5 to 2 litres of water a day so that the body is well hydrated. This allows the waste products to be excreted in adequate urine volume.
The recommended sodium intake for an individual is 5-6 grams of salt per day (a teaspoon). Regulated consumption of salt helps keep blood pressure under control. Intake of sugar and carbohydrate-rich foods should be moderated.
The recommended sodium intake for an individual is 5-6 grams of salt per day (a teaspoon). Regulated consumption of salt helps keep blood pressure under control. Intake of sugar and carbohydrate-ric..
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A wholesome healthy meal, fruits and vegetables are required for kidney as well as overall health. One must moderate consumption of sugar and fat as well. It is important to have appropriate quantities of proteins (1gm/kg of ideal body weight) based on the individual choices, taste and liking. Home-cooked meals with fresh ingredients should be preferred.
A wholesome healthy meal, fruits and vegetables are required for kidney as well as overall health. One must moderate consumption of sugar and fat as well. It is important to have appropriate quantiti..
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Along with consuming a healthy diet, one must always watch their weight and engage in adequate physical exercise or yoga. Staying active helps in lowering high blood pressure and diabetes, both of which can cause damage to the kidney.
Along with consuming a healthy diet, one must always watch their weight and engage in adequate physical exercise or yoga. Staying active helps in lowering high blood pressure and diabetes, both of wh..
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One must also refrain from smoking as it slows the flow of blood to the kidney, impairing their ability to function properly. Smoking also increases the risk of kidney cancer by about 50 per cent.
One must also refrain from smoking as it slows the flow of blood to the kidney, impairing their ability to function properly. Smoking also increases the risk of kidney cancer by about 50 per cent.
Your lifestyle may be hurting your kidneys. Although the exact cause of kidney cancer is not known, changing certain lifestyle habits can help in the long run. A balanced diet and adequate water intake can boost kidney health.
Excessive sodium intake can also harm the kidneys, hence, regulated consumption of salt. One must also limit the consumption of sugar and carbohydrate-rich foods, and switch to homemade meals. Include fruits, vegetables and proteins for a healthy diet.
For patients who suffer from kidney cancer, a healthy diet plays a vital role. The people receiving cancer treatment must have meals that are high in calories and protein. Also sticking to immunity-boosting foods is essential.
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Along with a healthy diet, staying active also helps in lowering high blood pressure and diabetes, both of which can cause damage to the kidney. One must quit smoking as it can slow the flow of blood to the kidneys, impairing their ability to function properly. Doctors say that smoking can increase the risk of kidney cancer by about 50 per cent.
World Kidney Day: Drinking 8 Glasses Of Water Flushes Toxins And Other Myths About Renal Health
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Kidneys are one of the most vital organs in the body which excrete the toxic waste products formed as a result of metabolism in the body. Kidneys also maintain the fluids and salt balance of the body, and make hormones that help produce red blood cells, promote bone health and regulate blood pressure.
Chronic Kidney Disease is the most common kidney-related ailment, and involves the gradual irreversible loss of kidney function over a period of years.
Diabetes, and hypertension are major risk factors for chronic kidney disorder which is growing rapidly amongst Indians. Other risk factors for kidney diseases include obesity, family history of kidney disease, and excessive use of pain killers, active smoking, heart disease and older age.
On World Kidney Day, Dr Vijay Kher, Chairman, Kidney and Urology Institute of Medanta Hospital, Gurugram debunked the popular myths surrounding kidney disease and renal health, and shared better prevention and management tips of the condition.
Kidneys are one of the most vital organs in the body which excrete the toxic waste products formed as a result of metabolism in the body. Kidneys also maintain the fluids and salt balance of the body..
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FACT: Chronic kidney disease is usually a progressive disease. However, there are treatments that can help preserve or delay the deterioration of remaining kidney function. Incorporating healthy lifestyle changes can help improve the quality of life of patients. These include, but are not limited to, changes such as quitting smoking, consuming a well-balanced diet, engaging in regular physical activity and keeping ones blood pressure and diabetes under control.
FACT: Chronic kidney disease is usually a progressive disease. However, there are treatments that can help preserve or delay the deterioration of remaining kidney function. Incorporating healthy life..
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FACT: Most of us are born with two normally functioning kidneys, but most people with one healthy kidney lead a normal life. In some cases, people may have one kidney on ground of donation or removal of one kidney due to cancer or severe infection with or without stones. A single healthy kidney can perform the essential functions of both.
FACT: Most of us are born with two normally functioning kidneys, but most people with one healthy kidney lead a normal life. In some cases, people may have one kidney on ground of donation or removal..
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FACT: Common symptoms of kidney disease include swelling of the eyes and feet, frothy urine or blood in the urine. However, most kidney diseases do not show symptoms in the early stages. Thus, detecting kidney disease in early stages can only be done through screening individuals who are at high risk. These include people who are elderly and/or obese, and/or have a family history of diabetes, kidney disease or heart disease.
FACT: Common symptoms of kidney disease include swelling of the eyes and feet, frothy urine or blood in the urine. However, most kidney diseases do not show symptoms in the early stages. Thus, detect..
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FACT: There is no medical evidence to support this statement. Drinking large amounts of water do not protect from kidney disease. Thirst controls the desire to drink water and should determine the amount of fluid intake. Patients who are undergoing treatment for kidney disease are often advised to drink less salt and fluids as fluid retention can cause shortness of breath, swollen ankles and increase in weight gain.
FACT: There is no medical evidence to support this statement. Drinking large amounts of water do not protect from kidney disease. Thirst controls the desire to drink water and should determine the am..
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FACT: Chronic kidney disease is one of the leading causes of death, globally. According to the World Health Organization, the estimated prevalence of chronic kidney disease worldwide is 8-16 per cent in adults above 30 years of age. Stressful lifestyles and unhealthy eating habits contribute to increased incidence of diabetes, hypertension and obesity thus increasing the kidney disease risk.
FACT: Chronic kidney disease is one of the leading causes of death, globally. According to the World Health Organization, the estimated prevalence of chronic kidney disease worldwide is 8-16 per cent..
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FACT: Foods with high salt and high potassium need to be restricted in patients with moderately severe kidney disease. Protein malnutrition is common in patients and one of the reasons for poor outcome of chronic kidney diseases. 50 per cent of proteins must be consumed through milk and milk products and non-vegetarian foods (high quality proteins). Regular intake of green leafy vegetables, normal spices, low salt and low potassium is recommended.
FACT: Foods with high salt and high potassium need to be restricted in patients with moderately severe kidney disease. Protein malnutrition is common in patients and one of the reasons for poor outco..
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FACT: Diabetes and hypertension are two common causes of kidney disease. If these are effectively controlled, then kidney disease can be prevented. Apart from this, timely screening and early detection can also play a significant role in prevention of kidney disease, especially the ones in advanced stages. If detected early, the need for dialysis or transplant can be omitted or delayed.
FACT: Diabetes and hypertension are two common causes of kidney disease. If these are effectively controlled, then kidney disease can be prevented. Apart from this, timely screening and early detecti..
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FACT: Dialysis is a method of purification of blood of waste products which are not removed because of kidney failure. Dialysis in fact does not do anything for kidney disease. Dialysis is only required when kidney function decreases to less than 15 ml/min (stage V chronic kidney disease or kidney failure) and patients cannot sustain life meaningfully. In earlier stages of chronic kidney disease, one slows down the rate of progression of kidney disease to delay or avoid the need for dialysis or kidney transplantation.
FACT: Dialysis is a method of purification of blood of waste products which are not removed because of kidney failure. Dialysis in fact does not do anything for kidney disease. Dialysis is only requi..
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