Have high blood pressure for about 3 years. Able to control it initially till these 2 years, the pressure seems higher than before and the medicine prescribed seems unable to control the pressure. My GP recommended me to go for a urine test. Test shown high protein found in urine and doctor suspect kidney filter inflammation. Done a biopsy and still waiting for results to see what stage is the inflammation. Would like to get a second opinion from those who have encounters or doctors experience. My doctor who had done the biopsy though has not given me any report/medication, he has given me a 'no hope' implication. Feeling very miserable. Any medication?
2006-08-09 15:10:40 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Glomerulonephritis
What is it?
Glomerulonephritis is an inflammation of the kidney’s filtering mechanisms, called the glomeruli. Glomerulonephritis can be acute, which means it occurs suddenly, or chronic, meaning symptoms develop gradually and continue over a number of years.
Who gets it?
Acute glomerulonephritis is more common in children between the ages of 2 and 12, particularly boys. Children with frequent streptococcal infections are at a higher risk of developing acute glomerulonephritis. Chronic glomerulonephritis is more common in people with diseases such as hepatitis, lupus, or diabetes.
What causes it?
Acute glomerulonephritis often occurs after a streptococcal infection, such as strep throat. When this is the cause, the condition is called acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN), or postinfectious glomerulonephritis. It can also occur when certain toxins, such as paints or glues, are inhaled and then excreted through the urine. While chronic glomerulonephritis occurs as a symptom of certain diseases, its cause is not known.
What are the symptoms?
Many people with glomerulonephritis have no symptoms. When symptoms occur, they are often flu-like, such as general fatigue, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fever, and abdominal and joint pain. These types of general symptoms can continue for up to one month before symptoms of kidney failure appear. Patients whose kidneys are failing will produce only small amounts of urine and have swelling (edema) from fluid build-up. Symptoms of acute glomerulonephritis usually occur around two to three weeks after a streptococcal infection and begin with swelling. They can progress to high blood pressure, visual disturbances, shortness of breath, blood in the urine, and a reduction in urine production. Chronic glomerulonephritis develops so gradually that it is often not discovered until a routine physical exam. As this condition progresses, it causes high blood pressure, swelling, and other symptoms of kidney failure.
How is it diagnosed?
To diagnose glomerulonephritis, your doctor will take a complete medical history, perform a thorough physical examination, and order some laboratory tests. He or she will check a urine sample for blood and high levels of protein. Your doctor will also check for high levels of the waste products creatinine and urea in your blood. If a streptococcal infection is suspected, additional tests of the blood, as well as a throat culture, will reveal this bacteria. Your doctor may also take a small sample of kidney tissue, called a biopsy, to study under a microscope. An eye exam may show signs of vascular changes in people with chronic glomerulonephritis.
What is the treatment?
Acute glomerulonephritis is treated with bedrest and medications to cure any infection, increase urine output, and lower blood pressure, as necessary. It is important to relieve any strain on the kidneys so they can recover full function. Your doctor may also recommend changes to your diet to control your intake of sodium, protein, and fluids. Most children recover fully, although it may take anywhere from several weeks to months. Adults may take a bit longer. There is currently no treatment to stop the progression of chronic glomerulonephritis. Once kidney failure has occurred, waste products must be removed from the bloodstream for the kidneys through a process called dialysis. A kidney transplant may also be an option.
Self-care tips
You can help prevent acute glomerulonephritis by treating streptococcal infections promptly, following the full course of medication prescribed by your doctor.
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2006-08-09 15:30:52 · answer #1 · answered by ashleyligon1967 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Waiting for the results causes such anxiety, hold on there!Kidney inflammation are treated with corticosteroids and because you are experiencing proteinuria osmotic pressure decreases in the blood this would then result to edema formation, salt and fluids may be limited to avoid aggravating highblood pressure. After biopsy pain medication may be prescribed. Blood pressure is important because it indirectly show renal function if blood pressure becomes very high renal perfusion is comprimised. The best action you can take now is take the medication as prescribed, get adequate rest, avoid salty foods, avoid sudden positional changes, follow-up with your phycisian, Do relaxation exercises such as deep breathing theyl help you relax.
2006-08-15 09:14:54 · answer #4 · answered by Punky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very sorry to hear you have this serious problem. Stay with your doctor, but don't hesitate to look for a second opinion if you are not happy with this one.
See Adelle Davis book Let's Get Well chapter 19 for a discussion of how diet may help kidney diseases.
2006-08-17 03:08:53 · answer #5 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should be referred to a nephrologist. They have a variety of treatments and medications to help. I had a coworker that eventually became a hemodialysis patient. Before that he had to be on a special diet - had to boil his vegetables 3 times before he could eat them and I think no meat. The purpose was to not challenge his ailing kidneys. Hopefully, they will give you some good options.
2006-08-09 15:25:04 · answer #6 · answered by petlover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I couldn't just sit around and do nothing like my doctors suggested.
They didn't want me to do anything or to take herbs or herbal remedies, but I had to try something - they just wanted me to do dialysis!
This program allowed me to take control of my health. I went from Stage 4 to Stage 3 kidney disease.
It was easy to do and my BUN, creatinine and anemia are all in better ranges.
Reversing Your Kidney Disease?
2016-05-14 21:00:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-05-07 20:59:22 · answer #8 · answered by Benjamin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would try Pez, or pepto bismal.
2006-08-17 10:37:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋