Patient's question:
Relative is 54 years old this year, the body is very bad, has moderate hypertension, kidney function is very bad, the body suffers from chronic nephritis, also has slight edema, Hello, what should chronic nephritis patients pay attention to in life?Doctor's answer:
Chronic nephritis patients should pay more attention to rest and avoid overworking. They should rest frequently. The lifestyle precautions for chronic nephritis patients include preventing overexertion, eliminating infectious triggers, avoiding contact with nephrotoxic drugs or toxins, adopting a healthy lifestyle such as quitting smoking, engaging in adequate physical activity, and managing emotions, as well as maintaining a proper diet. They should also take medications as prescribed by their doctors. They should eat more fruits, vegetables, and protein-rich foods. They should avoid spicy and irritating foods. They can also drink many traditional Chinese medicines to regulate their health, relax their mood, engage in sufficient exercise, reduce their immunity, and complete follow-up training on schedule. During acute episodes, they should rest in bed. Once clinical symptoms improve, they should gradually increase their activity levels. During acute episodes, they should follow a low-sodium diet with less than 3 grams per day.