{"id":15324,"date":"2024-11-07T17:08:11","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T11:38:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/?p=15324"},"modified":"2024-11-08T16:02:30","modified_gmt":"2024-11-08T10:32:30","slug":"how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check Your Kidney Health at Home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home\/#How_can_you_test_your_kidney_function_at_home\" >How can you test your kidney function at home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home\/#8_warning_signs_of_kidney_problems\" >8 warning signs of kidney problems<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home\/#How_do_I_check_if_my_kidneys_are_ok_at_home\" >How do I check if my kidneys are ok at home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home\/#What_do_we_check_to_detect_kidney_disease\" >What do we check to detect kidney disease?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home\/#Steps_to_keep_your_kidneys_healthy\" >Steps to keep your kidneys healthy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/blog\/how-to-check-your-kidney-health-at-home\/#Can_Homeopathy_treat_Kidney_disorders\" >Can Homeopathy treat Kidney disorders?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_test_your_kidney_function_at_home\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can you test your kidney function at home?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you experiencing symptoms like bubbles in urine or swelling or puffiness in the legs, arms, eyes, and other body parts? These symptoms might indicate impaired kidney health. You can have better knowledge about whether your kidneys are functioning well or not with the help of various <\/span><\/i><b><i>kidney function<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tests. Home kits are also available to perform these tests; otherwise, you can visit a diagnosis centre.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Kidneys purify and filter approximately 1700 litres of blood in a day. Along with this, they also support maintaining the right levels of water, acids, and electrolytes within the body. In such a situation, due to any reason, the inability of the organ to work properly can be the reason for many health-related challenges. However, most of the kidney diseases are highly manageable and treatable in their early stages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, with the medium of this blog, we want to educate our readers on the signs and symptoms that symbolise some kind of <\/span><b>kidney disease<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. By checking for these signs, patients can learn about their kidney health at home. There are also certain home test kits available to know about it. We will also discuss about management and treatment strategies for those who have already been diagnosed with kidney disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_warning_signs_of_kidney_problems\"><\/span><b>8 warning signs of kidney problems<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two most common conditions that cause the progression of various kidney diseases are high blood pressure and diabetes. Thus, patients suffering from such conditions must consult a doctor regularly for check-ups on their general health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s have a look at the indications and symptoms that can give you clues that there is some issue present in your kidneys and should never be ignored.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seeing bubbles in the urine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experiencing a foamy urine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequent urination, especially in the night<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling and puffiness ( this occurs due to fluid retention in the body)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue and weakness ( as waste may build up in the body)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Persistent itching\/ Shortness of breath ( due to difficulty in removing waste)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea and loss of appetite ( toxins buildup in the system)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bad breath ( due to ammonia)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_check_if_my_kidneys_are_ok_at_home\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do I check if my kidneys are ok at home?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can conduct an at-home kidney function test using a number of kits and devices available. Home kidney test kits assess creatinine, BUN, and eGFR levels to provide insights into your kidney function. These at-home tests employ a finger-prick blood sample method.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upon returning your kit, the laboratory processes your sample, and your results are updated on your online portal. To ensure the most accurate results, the company advises refraining from consuming high-protein meals, shakes, and supplements prior to your test.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Otherwise, visiting a diagnostic centre can provide you with customised test recommendations and provide more accurate results. While everyone must have their kidneys tested at least once a year, regular testing is recommended if you have conditions like;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced some type of <\/span><b>acute kidney injury<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have cardiovascular problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who are 60 years of age or above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A family history of developing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/diseases\/kidney-diseases\/chronic-kidney-disease\/\"><b>chronic kidney disease symptoms<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also important to be aware of the various tests that are conducted to know about kidney health. In the next section, we will discuss about the same.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_we_check_to_detect_kidney_disease\"><\/span><b>What do we check to detect kidney disease?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two most common tests that are used to analyse kidney health: blood tests and <\/span><b>urine test for kidney function<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. By performing blood tests we check for the amount of creatinine present in our blood. Secondly, a urine test can provide information about the protein in your urine.\u00a0<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Creatinine:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a type of waste product present in our blood. Elevated levels of this waste product in our blood can be a symbol of kidney disease and necessitate a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/diseases\/kidney-diseases\/kidney-failure-treatment\/\"><b>high creatinine treatment<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A doctor calculates your kidney&#8217;s filtration capacity by combining your blood test results with your age, size, and gender. This process is referred to as your estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR). Healthy kidneys are capable of filtering more than 90 millilitres per minute. If your eGFR falls below this threshold, it may indicate Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Albumin to creatinine ratio:<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A urine test is also performed to measure the levels of substances known as albumin and creatinine in your urine, referred to as the albumin: creatinine ratio (ACR). It also detects the presence of blood or protein in your urine. In conjunction with your eGFR, urine tests can provide a more detailed understanding of kidney function.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0As we have also said above, Kidney diseases are highly manageable and treatable in nature. Along with a proper medical treatment plan, such diseases involve the implementation of certain lifestyle changes to prevent the condition from progressing. Next, we will discuss such lifestyle changes, and then we will come to the treatment part.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_keep_your_kidneys_healthy\"><\/span><b>Steps to keep your kidneys healthy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the following steps can help you in maintaining good kidney health;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Blood sugar:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Keeping an account of your blood pressure levels and taking all the necessary steps to maintain them can prevent you from being affected by kidney disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Diabetes:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Increased glucose levels can cause significant <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/diseases\/kidney-diseases\/kidney-failure-treatment\/\">kidney damage<\/a>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> making it tough for them to fulfil their duties. Have regular visits to your doctor to keep track of your blood sugar level.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hydration: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking plenty of water at regular intervals throughout the day helps your kidneys function well, preventing congestion and calcification.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exercise:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Engaging in 30 minutes of mild to moderate cardiovascular exercise daily is linked to improved kidney health. This is because it can lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels and also aid in weight loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eat healthy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Most fresh fruits and vegetables are low in sodium, rich in vitamins, nutrients and minerals, and a great source of antioxidants. These nutrients are beneficial for both the cardiovascular system and the kidneys.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Homeopathy_treat_Kidney_disorders\"><\/span><b>Can Homeopathy treat Kidney disorders?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having kidney issues is a tough situation not just for the person with the problem but for their whole family, too. Homeopathy is a great and effective way to treat <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/diseases\/kidney-diseases\/kidney-failure-treatment\/\"><b>kidney failure treatment without dialysis<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Finding and treating it early can often stop the disease from getting worse. The treatment plan is tailored to the person&#8217;s symptoms and what&#8217;s causing their kidney disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though all kidneys do similar things, the reasons they get sick can be different for each person, so the treatment will be different, too. Traditional <\/span>homeopathic <b><a href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/diseases\/kidney-diseases\/chronic-kidney-disease\/\">treatment for chronic kidney disease<\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help fix the damaged kidneys and also keep blood sugar and blood pressure in check.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for a reliable homeopathic clinic, Bharat Homeopathy is widely recognized as India\u2019s top homeopathic center offering treatment for <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@madsbharathomeopathy\/kidney-failure-treatment-without-dialysis-exploring-options-for-high-creatinine-treatment-af45a73ae3e6\">kidney failure<\/a> with utmost efficacy. Patients who have received our treatment in the past have shown unexceptional recovery from their conditions with the help of our <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/bharathomeopathy.com\/diseases\/kidney-diseases\/kidney-failure-treatment\/\">homeopathic treatment of kidney<\/a>. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Reach out to us to know more about our treatment plans.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How can you test your kidney function at home? 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