TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – In general, man have two kidney which works. However, it is possible for a person to live with only one kidney. This kidney is important to maintain because there is no spare kidney that can replace it.
There are various reasons why people live with one kidney. According to the page Kidney.org, there are three main reasons that cause this condition:
- A person may be born with only one kidney (renal agenesis) or two kidneys but one of them does not work (kidney dysplasia). Most people born with the condition can lead normal and healthy lives.
- A person who has one kidney removed during surgery to treat kidney disease or other diseases such as cancer.
- Someone donated one of his kidneys.
The kidneys function to filter the remaining fluid from the blood so that it can be excreted in the form of urine. Quoted from the page HealthlineOne kidney is sufficient to filter blood and keep the body functioning normally. In addition to playing a role in maintaining fluid balance in the body, the kidneys also function to maintain protein in the blood and control blood pressure.
People with one kidney should keep their kidney from being injured and avoid drugs that can cause harmful effects such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition, they are recommended to maintain their body health in the same way as people who have two kidneys. Among them by:
- Eating nutritious food
- Exercise regularly
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Maintain body hydration
- Maintain blood pressure and blood sugar
People who have one kidney are more prone to high blood pressure. In addition, fluid retention and proteinuria tend to be higher in people with one kidney. This is because the presence of a second kidney can compensate for the other kidney which has lost some of its functions.
Protecting the only kidney can be done by staying away from some activities such as boxing, soccer, hockey, and other martial arts. Massive alcohol consumption is also not recommended for people who have one kidney because it can disrupt the fluid and electrolyte balance in the body.
It is mandatory to visit a doctor at least once a year. If you are a recipient of a kidney donor due to kidney damage, you may need to have yourself checked more often and run diet special.
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