Nephropathy is an early stage of uremia, and if kidney disease is not treated and controlled in a timely manner, it is possible to progress further into uremia. Uremia is a critical kidney disease characterized by a complete loss of kidney function, resulting in the inability of waste products and toxins from the body to be excreted properly, causing a series of physical discomforts and health problems.
In the process of developing from kidney disease to uremia, the body may have obvious symptoms and signs, and the main three aspects of the "smell" may be more obvious.
1. Oral cavity
The oral cavity is one of the most directly exposed parts of the body and a major part of body odor in uremia patients. Due to the impaired kidney function, uremia patients cannot discharge waste products from the body normally, resulting in the accumulation of waste substances such as urea in the blood, which are then released through breathing, saliva and other ways, making the breath emit a foul odor. In addition, uremia can also lead to problems such as inflammation of the oral mucosa, bleeding gums, and worsening the production of bad breath. Therefore, maintaining good oral hygiene, including brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, flossing, and checking your oral health regularly, is essential to prevent bad breath.
The kidneys are one of the most important detoxification organs in the human body, and when kidney function is impaired, it cannot effectively remove waste products from the body, including urea, which is produced by amino acid metabolism. Uremia patients** emit a peculiar "urine smell", which is produced after urea is broken down by bacteria on the surface of the body. In addition, uremia may also cause itching, infection and other problems, which further aggravates the appearance of abnormal odors. Maintaining good personal hygiene, such as daily bathing, cleaning, etc., can help reduce the production of odors.
3. Urine
Normally, the urine should be colorless or yellowish with a mild ammonia odor. However, when the kidneys are severely damaged, the excretion of waste products in the urine is blocked, which may lead to abnormal urine odor. In uremia, urine may be dark yellow, with a strong ammonia odor, and sometimes even a rancid odor. It is recommended to drink plenty of water or eat more water-rich foods, such as watermelon, pears, etc., to maintain the dilution of urine and relieve the symptoms of urine odor.
In addition to the above 3 aspects of "foul smell", the progression of kidney disease to uremia may also be accompanied by other symptoms and signs. For example: edema, high blood pressure, anemia, fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. If present, you should see a doctor for examination and **.
In order to prevent the progression of kidney disease to uremia, it is recommended to pay attention to the health of the kidneys. The details are as follows:
1. Establish a healthy lifestyle
Eating right, exercising moderately, and avoiding overwork and stress can all help protect kidney health.
2. Control blood sugar and blood pressure
High blood sugar and high blood pressure are one of the important factors that lead to kidney disease, so it is very important to control blood sugar and blood pressure.
3. Avoid overuse of medications
Some medications may cause damage to the kidneys, so you should pay attention to them when using them
4. Conduct regular physical examinations
Regular kidney function tests can detect kidney problems early and promptly**.
5. Avoid smoking and drinking
Both smoking and drinking alcohol can have negative effects on kidney health, so smoking and drinking alcohol should be avoided as much as possible.
6. Eat more foods that are good for kidney health
Such as eggs, vegetables, apples and other foods rich in protein, vitamins, trace elements and other nutrients.
7. Exercise appropriately
Proper exercise can improve blood circulation and boost metabolism, which can help protect kidney health.
8. Avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time
Sitting or standing for long periods of time can be taxing on the kidneys, so you should try to avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Through integrated management and **, we can control the progression of kidney disease, reduce the occurrence of uremia, and improve the quality of life!