How is Chronic Kidney Disease treated?

Make changes in your diet
. Limit fluids.
. A low-protein diet.
. Restrict salt, potassium, phosphorous, and other electrolytes.
. It is important to get enough calories when you are losing weight.
. Eat meal that is low in fat and cholesterol.
. Avoid eating too much salt or potassium.
Controlling blood pressure

.Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) are used most often.
.The goal is to keep blood pressure at or below 130/80 mmHg
Dialysis or a kidney transplant
.When you start dialysis depends on different factors, including your lab test results, severity of symptoms, and readiness.
.You should begin to prepare for dialysis before you need it. Learn about dialysis and the types of dialysis therapies, and how a dialysis access is placed.
.Even people who are candidates for a kidney transplant may need dialysis while waiting for a kidney to become available.
Other tips
.Do not smoke
.Get regular exercises (talk to your doctor or nurse before starting to exercise).
.Take drugs to lower your cholesterol, if needed.
.Keep your blood sugar under control.

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