Iron Needs in Dialysis

2015-10-11 03:34

Anemia is very common for patients with dialysis, thus iron should be supplied to help alleviate this condition. Here we will mostly introduce how anemia is caused and why iron is needed for dialysis patients. Please see the following:

How anemia is caused in dialysis?

1. as kidney function is affected seriously and drops to a very low level, kidney can not produce erythropoietin (EPO) enough which is a hormone to help produce red blood cells. Hence, red blood cells can not be made enough for our body. In this way, anemia will happen on people.

2. during dialysis, there may be some small amount of blood left in dialyzer. In this case, anemia gets worsened for dialysis people.

Why iron is needed for dialysis patients?

Iron is a very necessary element for hemoglobin which is essential for red blood cells. Thus, iron can help people promote blood production, and alleviate anemia. In addition, some food containing rich iron is restricted for dialysis patients because it may contain high phosphorus or potassium level. Thus, lack of iron can happen, which can leads to anemia.

Anemia is harmful for our health a lot, which can cause:

· Have little energy for your daily activities

· Look pale

· Feel tired or weak

· Have cold hands and feet

· Be irritable

· Have brittle nails

· Have unusual cravings for odd things like ice or dirt

· Have a poor appetite

· Feel dizzy or have headaches

· Have trouble sleeping

· Feel short of breath

· Have trouble thinking clearly

· Have a rapid heartbeat

· Feel depressed or "down in the dumps"

· Have restless leg syndrome — an uncomfortable tingling or crawling feeling in your legs

Then how to treat anemia in dialysis?

Chinese medicine can help improve kidney very well, in this way, kidney function will be under recovery gradually. EPO can be produced more. Finally, anemia gets treated fundamentally. Iron supplement is also necessary for patient with dialysis. But remember to take any one after you consult about your doctors in detail. More information or any question about dialysis and kidney disease, leave a message or contact online doctors anytime. Reply will be given very fast.

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