Understanding Temperature and Blood Pressure in Dialysis Patients
Dialysis patients Hello Doctor: I would like to ask if dialysis patients tend to have higher body temperatures and blood pressure. What should we pay attention to? Thank you.
Dr. Chen Changxun Reply:
1. Patients undergoing dialysis do not typically have elevated body temperatures. (There are no such reports in clinical practice.) 2. Generally, hypertension is more common. Hypertension itself is a risk factor for renal failure, and in the end stages of renal failure, fluid r...[Read More] Understanding Temperature and Blood Pressure in Dialysis Patients
Understanding Blood Pressure Fluctuations During Dialysis: Key Insights
Regarding blood pressure issues during dialysis? My mother is a dialysis patient, but she recently told me that her blood pressure fluctuates during dialysis. Sometimes her blood pressure rises to 200, while at other times it drops to 60, all within the same day. During her most ...
Dr. Yang Jun Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is noted that your mother experiences significant fluctuations in blood pressure during dialysis, with blood pressure sometimes dropping to a level that makes it impossible to continue the treatment. However, I would like to know how many y...[Read More] Understanding Blood Pressure Fluctuations During Dialysis: Key Insights
Is Aluminum Toxicity Real? Understanding Health Risks and Prevention
Is this true? Hello Doctor: Below is an article circulating online, and I would like to ask if what it says is true regarding aluminum toxicity!!! "Aluminum" is extracted from clay using an electric furnace. After multiple uses, aluminum cookware may develop mottled bla...
Dr. Zhao Chongliang Reply:
In my childhood, our family primarily used aluminum pots, and every time we cooked, white aluminum flakes would be released. My father, a chemistry professor, once told us that these aluminum flakes are non-toxic, and aside from feeling uncomfortable psychologically, they did not...[Read More] Is Aluminum Toxicity Real? Understanding Health Risks and Prevention
Understanding Uremia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Uremia What is uremia? What symptoms does it have? Is treatment difficult?
Dr. Tang Jieru Reply:
Hello Ms. Jingyi: Uremia is the end stage of kidney disease, which refers to the kidneys' inability to excrete metabolic toxins (BUN, creatinine) from the body. As a result, there is an excessive accumulation of BUN and creatinine in the body, leading to a series of symptoms...[Read More] Understanding Uremia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding High Blood Sugar and Its Connection to Unusual Bleeding
Blood sugar and bleeding? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you if there are any diseases or causes that can lead to elevated blood sugar levels. Despite adjustments in insulin dosage and diet, we still cannot lower the blood sugar levels. It was well-controlled for a while, but ...
Dr. Chen Guifeng Reply:
Causes of high blood sugar include diet, physical activity, insulin dosage, and other health conditions (such as infections or stress). If blood sugar control is poor, it is important to discuss adjustments with a physician, dietitian, and health educator. Patients undergoing dia...[Read More] Understanding High Blood Sugar and Its Connection to Unusual Bleeding
Understanding Dialysis and Kidney Removal in Diabetic Patients
Dialysis and nephrectomy? Patients with diabetes currently undergoing dialysis have been diagnosed with kidney disease requiring nephrectomy. Doctor, may I ask: 1. Is there still any kidney function remaining after starting dialysis? 2. Can both kidneys be removed simultaneously?
Dr. Wang Yiming Reply:
1. Although a patient is undergoing dialysis, the residual kidney tissue still retains several functions, such as the ability to excrete a small amount of water, produce erythropoietin (EPO), and generate various endocrine substances that influence blood pressure. 2. If possible,...[Read More] Understanding Dialysis and Kidney Removal in Diabetic Patients
Managing Blood Pressure Issues in Hemodialysis Patients: Key Insights and Solutions
Blood pressure issues in hemodialysis? Hello Doctor: 1. I would like to ask you two questions. If a patient undergoing hemodialysis for 10 years has a history of hypertension but, for some unknown reason, their blood pressure has dropped to around 100 without taking any antihyp...
Dr. Wang Yiming Reply:
Hello Ms. Wdvrdx: Your question is very profound and is a common topic among dialysis physicians. The most frequent issue faced by patients undergoing hemodialysis is fluctuations in blood pressure, particularly during standard dialysis sessions. The most significant factors infl...[Read More] Managing Blood Pressure Issues in Hemodialysis Patients: Key Insights and Solutions
Understanding Dialysis: Key Principles and Concerns for Patients
Dialysis The principle of dialysis is to remove waste products and excess fluids from the blood when the kidneys are no longer able to perform these functions effectively. It is typically indicated for patients with end-stage renal disease or severe kidney dysfunction. If you are...
Dr. Wang Yiming Reply:
The purpose of dialysis is to remove excess toxic waste from the body that cannot be excreted. This is achieved through hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. The criteria for initiating dialysis typically include: 1. Serum creatinine greater than 8 mg/dL, 2. Blood urea nitrogen gr...[Read More] Understanding Dialysis: Key Principles and Concerns for Patients
Understanding Kidney Atrophy: Treatment Options and Prognosis
Renal atrophy Dr. Hong's friend's mother is 73 years old and was found to have kidney atrophy and significant loss of function during an examination three months ago, nearing the threshold for dialysis. Dr. Hong has a few questions: 1. Can kidney atrophy recover to no...
Dr. Hong Hongchang Reply:
Believing in traditional Chinese medicine or folk remedies, rather than following standard medical practices, is a common misconception among the population. This often leads to delays in seeking appropriate medical attention or exacerbates the condition. Kidney atrophy generally...[Read More] Understanding Kidney Atrophy: Treatment Options and Prognosis