Treatment of Anemia in Diabetes with Stage 4 CKD
In patients with Stage 4 CKD, the prevalence of anemia is significantly higher in those with Diabetes compared with those who didn't have diabetes. How about the available treatment?
So why is anemia a common problem for people with Diabetes and Stage 4 CKD? Because kidney disease can result in low levels of erythropoietin (EPO) and/or iron in the body. Besides, the build up of waste in the bloodstream where is can shorten the lifespan of the existing red blood cells. Anemia can develop in the early stage of renal disease and get worse as the illness progresses.
Treating anemia in Diabetes with Stage 4 CKD
a. ESA therapy
This is one of optimal treatment of anemia due to CKD. ESAs are used to stimulate erythropoiesis by either directly or indirectly acting on the EPO receptor. According to your diagnosis, proper ESA can be prescribed by your doctor.
b. For people who do not get enough iron, a kidney-friendly meal plan rich in iron, vitamin B12 and folic acid will be suggested.
c. Kidneys affected with chronic kidney disease are not able to remove the wastes and extra fluid as they should. So treatment is needed to restore the overall renal function so as to eliminate the symptoms.
Kidney Service China would like to recommend you the traditional Chinese medicine techniques and natural remedies available to help patients get rid of anemia in Diabetes and Stage 4 CKD. For the details please refer to this article 'Kidney Disease Treatment in China'. Hope it is helpful!
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