{"id":12789,"date":"2020-04-07T06:16:24","date_gmt":"2020-04-07T06:16:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/?p=12789"},"modified":"2021-07-02T15:46:34","modified_gmt":"2021-07-02T15:46:34","slug":"14-common-causes-of-kidney-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/14-common-causes-of-kidney-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Common Causes of Kidney Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The kidneys are very sensitive and susceptible to many issues. They are also a major organ in the bodies. Kidney disease can affect the ways kidneys function and prevent them from filtering toxins from the body as they should. This can allow the toxins and illnesses to spread through the body more easily. While people who have ongoing health, problems are more susceptible to kidney disease, it can affect otherwise healthy people too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it may be impossible to completely protect yourself from developing a kidney disease, it is possible to protect yourself from some of the possible causes. If you suspect you have any type of kidney problem or may be at risk for a kidney disease, talk to your doctor. Most types of kidney diseases are treatable and many people who have them are capable of living very normal lives. Here are 14 common causes of kidney disease.
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1. Reduced Blood Flow To The Kidneys<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The kidneys are like any other organ and require blood flow to stay healthy and to work properly. If something happens to reduce the blood flow to the kidneys<\/a>, they may not be able to work as they should. If the blood flow is reduced by too much or completely stops, the kidneys could die or cease functioning at all. This can be extremely dangerous and result in a kidney transplant and permanent dialysis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many things that an reduce the amount of blood that flows to the kidneys including an injury, a blood clot, cancer, or even a cyst. Patients who have experienced a reduced blood flow to their kidney are also more likely to suffer from kidney disease. The sooner the problem is found and treated, the less likely the kidneys are to be permanently affected. Treating the cause of the blood flow issues will help correct the problem.
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2. Injury To The Kidneys<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An injury <\/a>to the kidney can traumatize them and make them unable to function as they should. They may try to work harder to compensate for their inability to work right and end up working too hard. This can lead to severe damage that makes them more susceptible to kidney disease. Kidney injuries can occur in a variety of ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are common with sports injuries, car accidents, slip, and fall accidents, or even workplace accidents. It can be hard to determine if the kidney is damaged at first and many people do not have any sign that there is a problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The injured kidney can become worse over time and eventually shut down or develop kidney disease. When a person is injured near the kidney area, doctors may do X-rays to make sure the kidneys have not been damaged and are still functioning as they should and staying healthy.
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3. Heart Attack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A heart attack<\/a> can cause many problems in the body including kidney disease. When a heart attack occurs, it means the heart is not getting enough blood. The same reason for the lack of blood to the heart can also cause the kidneys to fail to get the blood they need. When a person has a heart attack, the blood can fail to make it back to the kidney. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many patients suffer other issues alongside the heart attack, which can make it hard for them to survive or recover. If the kidneys are damaged in the process, they may not get enough blood flow to work or even stay alive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tissue around and in the kidneys can die and the kidneys can shut down. When this happens, a person may need a kidney transplant and ongoing dialysis. The person may also be more susceptible to developing a kidney disease.
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4. Heart Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Heart disease<\/a> can take its toll on the body. People who suffer from different heart diseases may not be getting an adequate blood flow to their kidneys. This can weaken them and cause them to stop working properly. It can also cause the kidney tissue to die and eventually the kidneys themselves. If the kidneys can\u2019t function on their own, the person may require dialysis. If the kidneys are able to survive with a low blood flow, they can become more susceptible to other problems including kidney disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patients who have heart disease are often monitored for other health problems, including kidney disease or kidney failure. Many types of heart disease are manageable. If the problem is under control it is less likely to have an effect on the kidneys. In some cases, the medication used to treat heart disease can have a negative effect on the kidneys.
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5. Infection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The kidneys can become infected much like any other organ in the body. Considering kidneys filter out pathogens and viruses that are in the body, it makes sense that they are susceptible to developing the same infections they are filtering. Infections can come on mildly and present very little symptoms. The longer the infection stays in the kidneys, the more damage it can do and the more serious the symptoms become. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The infection can also prevent the kidney from filtering out other toxins in the body, which can make the infection <\/a>worse and allow it to spread. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doctors may need to perform X-rays to determine the exact location of the infection as well as its severity. Infections can be treated with antibiotics. If they are left untreated, it can lead to kidney disease or even complete kidney failure. In rare cases, dialysis may be needed to treat the infection and remove it from the body.
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6. Liver Failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The liver works much like the kidneys and helps remove toxins <\/a>from the bloodstream by filtering things that move through the body. The liver is very sensitive, and it can easily become damaged or even infected. People who abuse drugs and alcohol are also likely to experience liver problems and even liver failure. When the liver stops working properly it can mean that the kidneys have to work twice as hard to filter toxins from the body. It also means the kidneys are likely to get more toxins to process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These toxins can have an effect on the kidneys and even infect them. If the kidneys are overwhelmed by the toxins they could break down and become infected. If this goes on for too long a person may develop a kidney disease and require dialysis or long-term medical treatments. Patients who have liver failure are often monitored for kidney failure too.
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7. Too Much Aspirin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Aspirin <\/a>is used to treat pain and other symptoms and is usually seen as a helpful and necessary medication. Aspirin is filtered through the body and passes through the kidneys like any other drug or medication. It can be especially hard for the kidneys to process. When taken in moderation, the body can easily tolerate the medication. The problem is, many people see it as harmless because it\u2019s an over the counter medication and take it more often than they should. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many people have to take several aspirins at a time to get relief and when they take a lot at a time and over a short period of time, it can be more than the kidneys can handle. It can cause them to shut down or simply damage them. At first, people may not realize their kidneys are being affected by the aspirin and may continue to use it until they start to suffer from kidney disease or failure.
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8. Severe Dehydration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many people do not drink enough water and go through their lives in various stages of dehydration<\/a>. While slight dehydration may not present symptoms that are noticeable or disruptive, people can slowly become severely dehydrated. This can cause a lot of problems in the body and lead to problems with many of the major organs. The kidneys need fluids to function and allow them to filter out waste from the body. Without enough fluid, they can dry up and stop working. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The toxins fail to be removed from the body and the body starts to shut down. In some cases, it can even lead to serious infections and even sepsis. People who are severely dehydrated will need to be connected to IVs and hospitalized until their fluid levels are safe. In rare cases, severe dehydration an lead to permanent problem and even death. There are some things that can cause dehydration, but it can be avoided by drinking plenty of water.
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9. Blood Clots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Blood clots<\/a> can cause problems throughout the body and can be dangerous for many reasons. Blood clots can prevent blood from flowing to different organs as it should and even cause the tissue around the organ or the organ itself to die. If a blood clot gets lodged in the kidneys it can prevent them from flushing toxins from the system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, the blood clot may pass through the kidneys and into other parts of the body. This can also be dangerous and the damage it causes to the kidney in the process can be unrepairable. Many people who suffer from blood clots in their kidneys will experience full kidney failure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Others will suffer from kidney disease and problems for many years or even for the rest of their lives. Doctors can treat blood clots with medications that help thin them out so they can pass without damaging any organs in the body.
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10. Drugs And Alcohol<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Drugs and alcohol <\/a>can cause harm to the kidneys and lead to kidney disease. The kidneys help filter toxins from the body and when drugs and alcohol are filtered through the kidneys, they can also damage them. The longer a person uses drugs and alcohol the worse the damage, the more likely they will be to develop kidney disease later on in life. Drugs and alcohol can also affect other parts of the body and cause stress to them, which can, in turn, cause more stress on the kidneys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many people who have abused drugs and alcohol will eventually have kidney failure. People who take certain medications that are prescribed for long periods of time are also likely to suffer from kidney problems and kidney disease. Doctors may have to choose between giving patients a prescription they need and risking the health of their kidneys. Some doctors will switch medication when possible to allow the kidneys to recover.
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11. Cancer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cancer <\/a>can cause many different problems and affect almost any part of the body. Certain organs are more prone to cancer and more easily affected by it. The kidneys are one of these organs. The kidneys are very sensitive and if they are damaged in any way, it can lead to kidney failure or long-term kidney disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When a person has cancer in or on their kidneys, it can prevent the kidneys from working properly. In some cases, cancerous kidney tissue or the entire kidney may need to be removed. This can prevent the body from filtering toxins and can make a person even sicker. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cancer in other areas of the body can also affect the kidneys and how they were. Kidney transplants are possible, but many people who have had kidney cancer will also experience kidney disease later in life. Some people will also require dialysis as a result of the cancer and complications of it.
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12. Diabetes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Diabetes <\/a>can affect many areas of the body and many different organs. Many people who suffer from diabetes will experience kidney disease at some point in their lives as a result of it. Those who maintain a healthy lifestyle and are able to live a normal life are less likely to suffer from permanent kidney damage or kidney disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People who suffer from diabetes and have a lot of health problems caused by it are likely to have kidney problems too. Diabetes affects the kidneys function and makes them work harder to rid the body of toxins. Over time this can weaken the kidneys and eventually lead to kidney disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doctors can treat kidney disease and usually work with patients to treat their diabetes and maintain it so it doesn\u2019t affect the kidneys as quickly or as harshly. Many diabetes patients are able to delay kidney disease with the right treatment.
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13. Kidney Stones<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Kidney stones<\/a> are hard deposits that form in the kidneys. They turn into hard, rock-like pieces that can present the kidneys from working as they should. Some people have kidney stones and don\u2019t have any symptoms. Most people experience severe pain and fever when they have them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kidney stones can be treated with medication that helps dissolve them so they can be filtered through the body. If the stones are too large or the medication doesn\u2019t break them up, they can be removed with surgery or dissolved with a laser. Many people who suffer from kidney stones have reoccurring bouts of them. It can have a lot to do with your diet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People who do not drink enough water are more likely to suffer from kidney stones than those who stay hydrated. If left untreated or if a chronic problem, kidney stones can lead to kidney diseases and even kidney failure.
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14. High Blood Pressure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

High blood pressure<\/a> can lead to a lot of problems and disrupt the whole body. Many people will experience high blood pressure at some point in their life but it won\u2019t last for long. You can have high blood pressure if you get upset, are under a lot of stress, or if consume too much sodium. When people have high blood pressure for prolonged periods of time, it can become very dangerous and start harming various parts of the body, including organs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the organs that are most likely to be affected by this is the kidneys. If the kidneys go without blood for long or if they get more blood flowing through them then they can handle, they can stop working properly and even fail. This can lead to kidney disease that requires serious treatments and even dialysis. Blood pressure can be controlled with medications. If you have high blood pressure talk to a doctor before it leads to more serious conditions.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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