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How is kidney disease treated?
Treatment of kidney disease varies depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. The goals of treatment are to cure the underlying condition, prevent excessive fluid and waste from accumulating in the body, and stop or slow the progression of damage to the kidneys. Treatment also aims to minimize complications of kidney disease.
General treatment of kidney disease
For all types and causes of kidney disease, treatment plans generally include:
Low salt diet
Monitoring and control of blood pressure
Not smoking or quitting smoking
Prompt treatment of bladder infections
Regular medical care
Weight loss as needed and maintenance of a healthy weight
Other treatments that may be used for kidney disease
Certain types of kidney disease may require one of more of the following treatments:
Diets that limit fluids and protein
Diuretic medications to help damaged kidneys eliminate fluid
Kidney dialysis, which filters waste products from the blood, is used in advanced kidney disease that has lead to Kidney Failure
Kidney transplant may be an option for some people who have end-stage Kidney Failure. This major surgical procedure involves using a healthy donor kidney to replace severely damaged kidneys.
Medications to balance electrolytes in the body or ensure adequate vitamin levels, especially vitamin D
Reduction or elimination of certain medications that can be harmful to the kidneys
Treatment of specific types and causes of kidney disease
Treatment plans also include a multifaceted approach tailored to the specific type and cause of kidney disease and your medical history. For example:
Autoimmune disorders, such as systemic lupus erythematosus (disorder in which the body attacks its own healthy cells and tissues), are treated with medication.
Diabetes treatment includes control of blood sugar levels through diet, exercise, medication, and weight reduction as needed.
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is treated with a low sodium diet, medication, and weight reduction as needed. Intravenous (IV) drug abuse treatment includes abstaining from drugs and participation in a drug rehabilitation treatment program.
What are the possible complications of kidney disease?
Kidney diseases and their underlying causes can be serious and even life threatening. You can reduce your risk of serious complications by seeking regular medical care and following the treatment plan your health care professional designs specifically for you.
Complications of kidney disease can include:
Anemia
Electrolyte imbalance, including life-threatening high potassium levels
Gastrointestinal tract bleeding
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Kidney failure
Liver Failure
Pleural effusion (fluid buildup around the lungs)
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