World Kidney Day Week Get knowledge through live – The Nephrology Society of Thailand and related agencies Invitation to the public to participate in the activities of the World Kidney Day and Salted Week 2021 through Facebook online. ‘Nephrology Society of Thailand’ On Thursday March 11, 2021 from 09.00-12.30
Assoc. Prof. Surasak Kantchuwessiri President of the Nephrology Society of Thailand and Chairman of the Reduce Salt Consumption Network revealed that the event organized the World Kidney Day Week and Reduction Week of Salty Consumption Week 2021 this year under the motto. ‘Kidney failure doesn’t die quickly Just adjust your mind and adapt. ‘ The World Kidney Day activities will be organized in an online format. Through the association’s Facebook life In order to gain knowledge and understanding about various diseases And disease prevention appropriately Which is the first time After last year We are not holding events due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Assoc. Prof. Surasak said that for this year the association and related agencies have discussed that The current situation of kidney disease is continuously severe, consistent with the latest research of salt consumption behavior in 2021, it was found that the Thai people consume the average sodium, the Thai population is 3,636 milligrams per day. Or equal to 1.8 teaspoons of salt, almost twice the daily recommended by the World Health Organization.
Assoc. Prof. Surasak continued that Another issue that is an important issue Is to advertise various herbal supplements products Of many kinds of herbal medicine during this period through various media Especially online media Is an issue that the Nephrology Society of Thailand in conjunction with a network of related medical organizations
I confirm that at present there are no herbs. Which has sufficient research evidence or records to show benefit? In the treatment of kidney disease with confidence Its use may cause harm to patients with kidney disease.
This is because 1. The kidneys are an organ that can easily be harmful from the use of various drugs and substances. Most herbal medicines do not have the appropriate dosage information in patients with kidney disease.
2. Substandard herbs may contain contaminants such as heavy metals.
3. Herbs may contain foreign substances such as painkillers, steroids.
4. Some herbs and plants can be directly toxic to the kidneys or cause adverse effects in patients with kidney disease such as Aristolochia causing chronic renal failure and urinary tract cancer, Star fruit causes acute renal failure, Twisted jute (East Indian screw tree) causes abnormal kidney function, Licorice causes high blood pressure, Noni juice (Morinda citrifolia L) causes high blood potassium, etc.
Herbs may also interact with drug interactions with prescription drugs, which may reduce their efficacy or toxicity. Therefore, patients at risk of developing diabetes. Disease, high blood pressure, heart disease, paralysis and paralysis should not be consumed because it can affect the kidneys.
Another popular type of herb is Cordyceps, which is widely available in Thailand. And there are people who recommend products on the online world, social media The association confirms that from the knowledge that has been proven in medical science At present, there is no conclusive information on whether cordyceps are indeed helpful in patients with kidney disease. Because only animal studies data But there is not enough good evidence to prove that Cordyceps are beneficial to the kidneys in humans and most studies have not reported any adverse effects of cordyceps.
As for the cord that is studied in humans Most of them are naturally born Tibetan Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) that are very expensive. Most studies only lasted 1-6 months. As a result, the long-term good and bad effects were not known, and some Tibetan Cordyceps products were found to contain high amounts of heavy metals. Which will have a negative effect on the kidneys in the long term
In conclusion, chronic kidney disease patients who try herbal medicines for kidney disease may be more harmful than benefit. We must remember that these patients have already decreased kidney function. The best treatment is appropriate care and treatment. To slow down the deterioration of the kidneys as late as possible Including avoiding all kidney risk behaviors
side Dr. Jakkrik Ngowsiri, MD. Deputy Secretary-General of the National Health Security Office (NHSO) said that NHSO budgeted peritoneal dialysis, dialysis and kidney transplantation. Each year the number of patients is higher than the target set every year. This reflects that Thai people are still not taking good care of their health. NHSO therefore emphasizes prevention along with care, especially screening patients with chronic disease, diabetes, hypertension. Not to suffer from chronic renal failure, universal health insurance system Providing comprehensive benefits for end-stage renal failure patients Including the rights of the insured under Section 40 of the Social Security Office as well To provide access to quality services and standards Protect yourself from bankruptcy from costly illness. Cover kidney replacement therapy including kidney transplant surgery. Ongoing peritoneal dialysis Hemodialysis Including drug stimulation of red blood cell formation
In the year 2021, NHSO has 64,639 end-stage chronic kidney patients registered for treatment, spending 9,720 million baht budget for medical expenses, a fraction of which shows That patients with chronic kidney disease are increasing But still have access to treatment However, the treatment rights of each fund Will be different Thus giving each patient access to The service is not the same. Therefore, the government’s policy has a guideline for the integration of chronic kidney disease to be the same standard, all health funds in the NHSO section agree on the principle of integrating the service system to the same standard.
As for the access to drugs and to support the joint care of patients with kidney disease, NHSO remains committed to the principles of helping people to access the drug used for treatment free of cost. Systemic drug policy National Health Coverage The centralized drug management of the NHSO resulted in reasonable price negotiations. Not only did it help save the budget for the country about 7-8 billion baht already. It also reduces the burden of expensive drugs for hospitals that care for chronic kidney disease patients who need them. As a result, the patient has access to comprehensive treatment. And make patients with chronic kidney disease have a better quality of life
side Female Dr. Worawan Chai Limpamontri Chairman of the Chronic Kidney Disease Prevention Subcommittee The Nephrology Society of Thailand said it was a concern. When there are patients with kidney disease in Thailand and there are more than 20 million people at risk nationwide. Got sick Chronic kidney disease is increasing and getting younger every year, making it more expensive for the government and people with chronic kidney disease to become more expensive. When it is, it must be maintained throughout life.
But we can avoid this suffering. Because this disease can be prevented By having an annual health check To find normal things in the body
If you find signs of abnormalities such as 1. Urine abnormal. Such as abnormal color Looks like washed water, fleshy or darker than usual Foamy urine 2. Urinating often Especially at night, urinating more than usual 3-4 times or more. 3. Urinary stinging, scrubbing, fluttering, 4. Having back pain, lumbar pain, there may be abnormalities around kidney stones, kidney inflammation, and 5. Have higher blood pressure. To see a doctor for a diagnosis immediately
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