{"id":17595,"date":"2026-02-23T07:51:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T07:51:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/?p=17595"},"modified":"2026-04-06T11:15:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:15:14","slug":"decoding-your-kidneys-the-real","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/decoding-your-kidneys-the-real\/","title":{"rendered":"Decoding Your Kidneys: The Real Story"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-0-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17596\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-0-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-0-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-0.jpg 408w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Story<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Myth 1: Kidney disease is a rare condition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17597\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fact: 17 in 100 people have a kidney disease in India<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Myth 2: You will know if you have kidney disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17598\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No, it can be silent!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most people who have kidney disease may not know it and may feel completely fine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the early stages of kidney disease, most people do not have any symptoms or very mild symptoms which can be neglected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Best way to find out: Get tested regularly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Because if detected earlier there are many steps you can take to reduce the progression of the disease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Myth 3: Kidney Disease is Only an Old Person&#8217;s Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-3-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17599\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, it can affect anyone at any age, including children, and is often linked to common conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many other conditions which can affect the kidneys at a younger age and hence, its important that these are detected early<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Myth 4: Testing for kidney disease is a long and costly process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple three steps<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Check Blood Pressure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Urine routine and microscopy: to check for protein in your urine: Having a small amount of protein in your urine can be a sign of kidney disease<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Blood test: Serum creatinine, serum electrolytes : Tells you how well your kidneys are working<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who should test and when to test???<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Those with the following:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Diabetes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>High blood pressure or Hypertension<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Heart disease<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Family history of kidney failure, diabetes, or high blood pressure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Obesity (BMI &gt;30kg\/m2)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&gt;60 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>History of low birth weight &lt;2.5kg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Kidney stones<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Urinary tract infection<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Prolonged use of non-allopathic drugs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>If none of the above, check once a year especially &gt;30 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Any visit to the doctor (children or adults) for any other illness<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>If normal results, repeat once in a year If abnormal, repeat as suggested by your doctor<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Myth 5: No one knows what causes kidney disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Facts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The two most common causes of kidney disease are diabetes and high blood pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Both can harm your kidneys by causing damage tothe tiny blood vessels in your kidneys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are many other diseases which affect the kidney which can be discussed with your Nephrologist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google can do you mental harm: always make a list of doubts \/ questions for your Nephrologist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-6-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17600\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Myth 6: If you are at risk for kidney disease, there is nothing you can do about it<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-7-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17601\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everyone who is at risk will get kidney disease You can help protect your kidneys<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> Eat healthy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Stay well hydrated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Exercise regularly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Limit salt, processed foods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Control blood pressure and blood sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not SKIP your medications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quit smoking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t overuse pain medications like ibuprofen and non-allopathic drugs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All these steps will help you keep your kidneys healthy and lessen your chances of getting kidney disease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Myth 7: You can&#8217;t lead a normal life with only one kidney<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-8-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-8-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-8.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can live a perfectly normal, healthy life with just one kidney<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One healthy kidney is capable of filtering enough blood to support your entire body with adequate preventive and precautionary measures<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br>8. Myth 8: &#8220;Natural&#8221; or herbal remedies are safer for kidneys<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many unregulated herbal supplements contain toxins or heavy metals that are extremely harmful to the kidneys<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always consult your Nephrologist before starting any supplement if you have kidney concerns<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Myth 9: I should be drinking 5-6L of water to protect my kidneys?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kidneys are not water tanks, it does not like creating a swimming pool, they seek balance with adequate hydration.<br>So, drink when thirsty: more in heat or exercise, too little is also bad<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Myth 10: The only treatment for kidney disease is dialysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/prakriyahospitals.com\/hospital\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Decoding-Your-Kidneys-9-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17603\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facts:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everyone with kidney disease needs dialysis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Kidney disease is a progressive disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early stages, it is usually managed with exercise, diet, and medications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With this approach, most people can slow or stop the progression of kidney disease and enjoy a normal lifestyle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to find and treat kidney disease early<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dialysis or a kidney transplant is only needed if your kidney disease gets worse and progresses to kidney failure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dr. Ankita D Patil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>MBBS, MD General Medicine, DM Nephrology <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Consultant &#8211;<\/strong> Nephrologist &amp; Transplant Physician<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Story 1. Myth 1: Kidney disease is a rare condition Fact: 17 in 100 people have a kidney disease in India 2. Myth 2: You will know if you have kidney disease Facts: 3. 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