Kidney Disease
A kidney disease is an illness or disorder that affects the functions of the kidneys with regard to filtration, re-absorption and secretion. Kidney diseases can be hereditary, congenital or acquired.
About 2,00,000 persons in India enter terminal kidney failure each year. Millions of other people suffer from lesser types of kidney diseases. With this in view, voluntary associations such as the National Kidney Foundation (India) have been established to cater to the ever-growing need for information and counselling on kidney disease.
Prevention of kidney disease:
- Chronic kidney disease may be prevented by controlling the other diseases or factors that can contribute to kidney disease.
- Manage blood pressure levels.
- Maintain a healthy weight. This can also help prevent other diseases, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
- Check for healthy levels of fats (lipids), such as triglycerides and cholesterol.
- Smoking can lead to atherosclerosis, which reduces blood flow to the kidneys and increases blood pressure. Hence, avoid smoking or using any tobacco products
Hospitals/clinics treating kidney problems in India:
- Wockhardt Hospital and Kidney Institute (External website that opens in a new window)
- National Kidney Foundation (External website that opens in a new window)
- Indian Renal Foundation (External website that opens in a new window)
- Breach Candy Hospital Trust (External website that opens in a new window)
For more details click on the links cited below:
Source: National Portal Content Management Team, Reviewed on:12-02-2010 
