Refraining from taking excessive amounts of pain killers is one of the tips that doctors from the Philippine Society of Nephrologists (PSN) advocate to mitigate the growing incidence of Chronic Kidney Disease in the country.
Philippine Society of Nephrologist Secretary Dr. Vimar Luz talks about the importance of fighting against Chronic Kidney Disease in time for the National Kidney Month , annually observed every June.MANILA, Philippines — In pain? Pain killers might provide instant relief, but doctors caution against frequent intake of these as these might cause more harm than good, especially to the kidney.
These numbers are alarming. PSN has been advocating for early detection and treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease or CKD in time for the National Kidney Month celebrated every June. PSN Secretary and nephrologist Dr. Vimar Luz said a kidney disease is chronic when the disease or damage to the kidney does not heal for more than three months.
The kidney is an important organ as it helps in the removal of the body's toxins and in regulating electrolytes and blood pressure, among others.
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