Kidney

KidneyPresented by:Lt Mohd Rosminizam a.k.a MacheLt Mohd Fadhil a.k.a Pok Te

Scope of The Presentation Introduction to KidneyFunction of KidneyKidney ProblemKidney Risk FactorPrevent Kidney ProblemConclusionQ & A

IntroductionTwo organs, each about the size of your fist Approximately 11 centimetres in length and 6 centimetres wide Located in your back, above your waist, one on each side just beneath your lower ribsProtected by the ribs and by several muscles

Introduction

FunctionRemove waste products from the bodyControl the amount of fluid in the bodyControl the chemical composition of the bodyProduce certain important hormones and chemicals

Components Undergo Filtration

Kidney ProblemOutside - Tumours, prostate, retroperitoneal fibrosis, cervical Ca

Within wall - Tumours, strictures

Within lumen - Stones, tumours

Kidney Risk FactorsYou Can Change:DiabetesHigh blood Pressure BlockagesOveruse of painkillers and allergic reactions to antibioticsDrug abuseAlcoholic You Cant Change:Family history of kidney diseasePremature birthAgeTrauma/accidentCertain diseases - cell anemia, cancer, AIDS, hepatitis C, and congestive heart failure.

SymptomsChanges in urinationSwelling in the legs, ankles, feet,face, and/or handsFatigueSkin rash/itchingMetallic taste in mouth/ammonia breath

SymptomsShortness of breathFeeling coldTrouble concentrating, dizzinessLeg/flank pain

Prevent Kidney ProblemControl Your Blood PressureAsk Your Doctor About Certain Medications Treat Kidney DiseaseAsk Your Doctor About AnemiaLow Protein DietControl Your Blood Sugar Levels

Prevent Kidney ProblemAvoid Certain Pain MedicationsExerciseQuit SmokingDont DrinkPlain Water

Conclusion

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