Drawing attention to the important symptoms of kidney diseases, Nephrology Specialist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Osman Şahin made important statements on the occasion of World Kidney Day for the healthy functioning of kidney functions.
One in every 7 adults has chronic kidney disease
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şahin said, “A study conducted in our country has shown that one in every seven adults has chronic kidney disease. While there are symptoms such as shortness of breath, swelling in the body, decreased urine output, weakness, decreased appetite, nausea, and vomiting in advanced kidney failure, many patients may not show any symptoms at all. Early detection of the disease and preventive medical practices can slow down the progression of the disease.”
“Adequate fluid intake is very important for kidney health”
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şahin said, “The primary function of our kidneys is to maintain the balance of various electrolytes such as water, sodium, and potassium in our body. Other functions include the excretion of metabolic waste (such as urea), regulation of blood pressure, maintenance of acid-base balance, metabolism of drugs, and production and synthesis of hormones necessary for blood production. Adequate fluid intake is important for the healthy functioning of our kidneys. It is especially important for people in the risk group to have their kidney functions and urine tests evaluated. The disease can be controlled by controlling the underlying disease and adjusting diet, nutrition, and medication regimens.”
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şahin: I invite all our people to donate organs
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şahin concluded his words by saying, “According to the 2021 data of the Turkish Society of Nephrology, approximately 85 thousand people are receiving renal replacement therapy in our country. Approximately 23 thousand people are waiting in transplant centers to receive a cadaver kidney transplant. In 2021, 15 people received a cadaver kidney transplant in our country. This number is quite low. On the occasion of this important day, I invite all our people to donate organs.”