Symptoms
chills,
high fever and pain
flank pain
confusion,
loss of appetite,
headache,.
renal colic pain of kidney stones
(high blood pressure) or anemia
24 Acute kidney injury (also called acute renal failure) means that your kidneys have suddenly stopped working. When your kidneys stop working, waste products, fluids, and electrolytes build up in your body.
· Causes of Acute Kidney Failure
Acute kidney failure can occur for many reasons. Among the reasons are:
· autoimmune kidney diseases such as acute nephritic syndrome and interstitial nephritis
· urinary tract obstruction
· burns
· dehydration
· hemorrhage
· injury
· septic shock
· serious illness
· surgery
· acute pyelonephritis
· Symptoms of Acute Kidney Failure
· bloody stools
· breath odor
· slow, sluggish movements
· swelling - generalized (fluid retention)
· fatigue
· pain between ribs and hips
· hand tremor
· bruising easily
· changes in mental status or mood, especially if you are elderly
· decreased appetite
· decreased sensation, especially in your hands or feet
· prolonged bleeding
· seizures
· nausea
· vomiting
· hiccups that won’t resolve
· elevated blood pressure
· metallic taste
Treatment A diet high in carbohydrates and low in protein, salt, and potassium is usually recommended.
Antibiotics
Diuretics may be used to help your kidneys eliminate fluid.
Calcium and insulin
Дата добавления: 2015-09-27 | Просмотры: 400 | Нарушение авторских прав
|