Question 1

help please? what are the functions of a healthy kidney?

Accepted Answer

The following: Filters impurities from blood stream,  nitrogenous waste from protein metabolism, blood urea nitrogen ; creatinine. Manages fluid/water balance in the body by first filtering ; reabsorbing as much as needed. More that is reabsorbed more concentrated urine becomes ; vice versa. Controls electrolyte balance of salt, potassium, chloride, acid ; base.Helps with BP control. Makes erythropoetin for rbcs.

Question 2

why might my kidney function drop?

Accepted Answer

Many possible causes: There are many different reasons why one may have suboptimal kidney function.  In industrialized countries, many people suffer from diabetes and hypertension and they often cause or contribute to chronic kidney diseases.  Other causes include polycystic kidney disease, long-term use of nephrotoxic meds (NSAIDs, lithium, certain antibiotics), and autoimmune diseases (e.g. lupus),

Question 3

how to make kidney function normal?

Accepted Answer

It depends: On the underlying kidney problem. Kidney function can be improved with medications, modification in diet, avoidance of toxic medications, good control of blood pressure, diabetes etc.

Question 4

what is the function of the kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: Kidneys have several functions which include:  1)excreting excess water and electrolytes your body does not need, 2) removing (uremic) toxins, 3) synthesizing hormones (such as erythropoietin).  The kidney function is essential in maintaining blood pressure and acid/base balance of your body.

Question 5

what happens if the kidneys stop functioning?

Accepted Answer

Anemia......: Kidney failure causes a host of problems, including anemia. High/low blood pressure, dizziness, vomiting, fluid buildup in lungs & extremities.

Question 6

can a hard fall damage your kidneys function?

Accepted Answer

Yes-unusual: Fall from height and disruption of blood supply, or bleeding into renal, mass.
Direct trauma to flanks can damage vascular supply.

Question 7

what are the abbreviations for kidney function?

Accepted Answer

Cr: The most common blood test to evaluate kidney function is called creatinine.  It is usually abbreviated as cr.

Question 8

how can i improve my kidney function naturally?

Accepted Answer

See below: Keep the BP and blood sugar under control.Mantain ideal bmi and keep normal lipid profile!

Question 9

what does it mean if your kidneys function at 85%?

Accepted Answer

85% renal function: It means that you have lost 15% of your renal function and have class 1 chronic kidney disease. This should have no impact on your life. The loss could have come from diseases that attack the kidney, such as diabetes or hypertension amongst others. Ask the doctor who gave the results for more information.

Question 10

is instaflex advanced harmful to kidney functions?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: Instaflex is a dietary supplement advertised to restore flexible joint movement and fight joint pain. Its main ingredients include Glucosamine, MSM, and White Willow Bark and also includes
Ginger Root, Hyaluronic Acid, Turmeric Root, Boswellia Serrata and Cayenne. In general, these ingredients are neither associated with any harmful side effects nor are they harmful to normal kidney function.

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