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As per a recent study, people with acute critical illness and no prior kidney disease have an increased risk of kidney complications and related mortality. Those who had experienced acute kidney illness were at an increased risk of renal complications, developing chronic kidney disease and then end-stage kidney disease, with septicemia and septic shock being the strongest risk factors. It is imperative to get kidney functions checked in a timely manner, especially in those with some pre-existing health conditions.

• Some rules to avoid or delay reaching the point of reaching kidney failure
• Keep fit and active, as it helps reduce your blood pressure.
• High blood pressure is likely to cause kidney damage when associated with other factors like diabetes, high cholesterol and cardiovascular diseases.
• Keep your blood sugar in controls.
• Eat healthy and keep your weight in check as this can help prevent diabetes, heart disease and other conditions associated with chronic kidney disease.
• The recommended sodium intake is 5-6 g of salt per day (around a teaspoon).
• Consuming plenty of fluid helps the kidneys clear sodium, urea and toxins from the body which, in turn, results in a “significantly lower risk” of developing chronic kidney disease.

 — Courtesy Heart Care Foundation of India