Good Management of Diet for PKD Patients

2015-12-20 09:53

PKD patients have no obvious symptoms in early times, and can live well as healthy people. But when they are over 20, symptoms are very likely to happen. In this case, necessary treatment is needed, and diet should also be managed well. This time we mostly introduce good management of diet in PKD.

1. low salt or sodium

High blood pressure is common for patients with PKD, and much sodium can cause elevation of blood pressure, thus, patients with PKD should have a low sodium diet in daily life.

2. low fat and cholesterol

Obesity and overweight are more and more common for people, which can increase the risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular problems. Low fat and cholesterol are necessary for PKD diet.

3. low protein, phosphorus and potassium

Patients with PKD are very likely to develop kidney failure, in this case, low protein is needed to protect kidney function to prevent deterioration. Besides, phosphorus and potassium should be limited within low level. Much these elements can put more pressure on kidney.

4. water

If there is swelling or edema on patient with PKD, water or fluids must be limited in meals.

As for exact amount of the above, it depends on detailed disease condition of patients. If you have any question or need any help, you can send your conditions to us, and we will give you a specific reply very soon.

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