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Finding natural cures for fatty liver has long been the goal of several health professionals. Several patients nowadays also prefer natural cures to expensive treatment and medicines. For those who may not know, fatty liver is a disease that occurs when an excessive amount of fats build up in the liver and eventually replacing the liver cells.
According to several researchers recently, natural cures for fatty liver can be possible through a healthier lifestyle – a balanced diet, regular exercise, and a lifestyle without unhealthy vices. There are also natural supplements that can help naturally cure fatty liver and here are some of those supplements.
Southern Ginseng
Southern Ginseng (Gynostemma Pentaphyllum) is a common herb used in Chinese medicine to treat various illnesses. It can supposedly increase one's energy, help in healthy cell development, and reduce the body's cholesterol. Moreover, Southern Ginseng can protect the liver due to its anti-oxidant activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Holistic treatment for kidney disease in dogs?
Are there any holistic treatments, diets, minerals, etc. that would work in conjunction with medicine in order to help a dog diagnosed with the start of kidney disease?
Raw food – a raw meaty bones or prey model diet based around whole carcasses, raw meat, meaty bones and organs.
I would suggest you join one of the raw feeding groups – RawMeatyBones or rawfeeding are two good ones.
holistic means treating the 'whole' rather than just the symptoms – not necessarily homoeopathic or 'herbal' – surely a species appropriate diet is the first step in this?
is there any treatment for kidney disease which do not need to operate and needle?
my student got kidney disease, she is 15yrs. can she still study in school?
Hi Hammard,
You are a responsible teacher!
I' m David Wong from Shijiazhuang Kidney Disease Hospital, specilizing in kidney disease treatment.
We developed Micro chinese medicine osmotherapy (mcmo) after years of exploration. This theraputic method adopts external administration to treat internal disease, without operation and needle.
Moreover, it resolve the side effect of western medicine,bad absorption of oral medicine.
Many patients have attained pleasant curative effect and prognosis.
According to my professinal experience, your student must go to see the doctor and do some regular checks, like urine routine check, blood examination and kidney function test. To ascertain the pathological agent and disease status are the top priority.
Anyway, encourage your student to keep a good mental status, cheerful and optimistic attitude is helpful to improve our immunity. And if you hope to know more about our therapy, just email me.
Best Regards!
David Wong
Shijiazhuang Kidney Disease Hospital, No. 5, Feiyi Rd, Xinhua Dist. SJZ, Hebei, China
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stage 4 kidney disease, without treatment what things can we exspect to happen.?
Our 87 year old friend refuses treatment for his kidney disease, he accepts that he will die from it. we want to know what signs to look for as it gets worse.
Blood pressure increase, bringing a greater risk of hypertension or congestive heart failure.
Urea accumulation, leading to azotemia and eventually uremia. Uremia symptoms may range from lethargy to pericarditis and encephalopathy.
Potassium accumulation in the blood (hyperkalemia). Symptoms of hyperkalemia range from malaise to cardiac arrhythmias.
Decrease in erythropoietin synthesis, which may lead to anemia, and symptoms including fatigue.
Fluid volume overload, with symptoms rangin from mild edema to life-threatening pulmonary edema. Edema was formerly known as dropsy or hydropsy.
Decrease in phosphate excretion, leading to hyperphosphatemia.
Is there anyone who got treatment in ShiJiaZhuang Kidney Disease Hospital?
I need to have some idea about their treatment.
What is the treatment for chronic kidney disease stage 3, with patient being hypertensive and diabetic?
In general, somebody with Stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease and diabetes:
1. Goal BP less than 130/80
2. Good Diabetes control
3. Monitor Cholesterol
4. Avoids NSAIDS (Advil, Motrin, Alleve, etc.)
5. Have periodic blood work to monitor renal function, and check for the presence of anemia and overactive parathyroid glands. These problems can usually be treated with medicines.
6. Modest amounts of protein in the diet.
7. Use of ACE Inhibitors or ARB type of blood pressure medicine
8. Check the urine for protein.
Your doctor (internist or kidney doctor) should be discussing your individual situation.
What is the best dog food for a dog with kidney disease?
Well, my newly adopted dog was just diagnosed with kidney disease. They said it's not bad yet, but that I should feed her some special kidney disease food. I take her to the vet in Petsmart (Banfield), so she recommended Hills K/D (the only kind they sell there).
Anyway, I was wondering what anyone thinks is the best dog food for kidney disease "treatment". Thanks for any suggestions!!
ps: it's chronic kidney disease, in case it matters. And she's only 3 years old. Thanks again!
The veterinarian I work for always recommends Hill's K/D for kidney problems. Don't get it confused with C/D. It helps bladder problems. Oh, and don't feed her table scraps. Human food can damage the kidneys and liver.
You do know that kidney disease in the US has been funded by "socialized medicine" since 1973?
but did you also know that it is one of the few medical problems that Americans come out behind other nations in longevity? Why, when the US fairs so much better in other cancers and diseases is the US so behind in Kidney treatment? Could it be the failure of the socialized kidney disease treatment program:
Our vet told us that diet treatment is the best and only method to treat feline kidney disease. Is this true?
She just told us to keep feeding our cat Hill's KD food, and that there was really no other option that would treat the condition just as well. Is this true?
No it is not and you should go to the group linked below this post. That food is just asking for more trouble.
Treatment of Chronic Renal Failure
If your cat is not in final stages, this is not want you want to do. You do not want to put your cat on the
Vets low protein diet. There are simply so many better options out there than to hand the poor cat a low amount of poor quality protein – which often results in a poor appetite and muscle wasting since the body is now robbing its own muscle mass to feed itself a decent quality and amount of protein.
. There are new thoughts on this and the thinking is it is not the amount of protein but the quality of protein that matters.
The Merck veterinary manual [www.merckvetmanual.com] says that cats need "4 g of protein of high biologic value per kg body wt/day". That's about 7 calories from protein per pound body weight per day. If a cat isn't a good eater and consumes, say, 20 calories per pound per day, then 7/20 = 35% of calories can safely be from protein. It must be high quality protein, which means meat, fish, milk, and eggs, and not grain or soy.
I am under the assumption that you have been feeding mostly dry foods. Many use a vegetable based protein instead of animal and that is part of the problem.. Your cat needs protein as it is a carnivore and cutting down on it will lead to other health issues and may cause faster degeneration.
You want to cut down on phosphorous (no fish allowed now)
The best way to do this is with a raw diet which you can make yourself or buy. (Making yourself is better) link provided at the bottom
If you are unwilling to do that then something like the non fish flavors of Wellness or Merrick with NO grains are good alternatives. Wysong is also a good canned choice. This list gives a breakdown. Remember you want low phosphorous
You should be giviung sub-q fluids as needed
You also will want to look into phosphorous binders. Something like aluminum hydroxide
Ask your vet or look into calcitrol
You may want to talk to the vet about having injectable Pepcid AC on hand or you can buy it in pill form (ac not plain pepcid) and give 1/4 tab for stomach upset which happens a lot in crf cats due to acid in the stomach.
I hope this stuff helps, here are many links for you
Making cat food
other links. Read, read, read!!!!
About that vets diet. This report is for dogs but applies to cats
when will medicine be able to use stem cell therapy for kidney disease?
i've read a lot about some of the research. i was wandering will medicine be able to use this as a treatment options for kidney disease. im interested in becoming a kidney specialist.
It's probably already being tested, give it a few years. They are already using stem cells to help people with arthritis.
Treatment for cat with "critical" kidney disease?
My 4 year old cat was diagnosed a few hours ago with kidney disease. At this moment, he is receiving an IV. My vet was very surprised at how high his numbers were and spent a lot of time with me discussing my options but said that once they flush his system and his numbers don't increase– I need to start thinking about putting him down.
Don't give up on him just yet. CRF cats can live for a long time with proper treatment. My cat was diagnosed last summer and is doing very well on his diet. I don't use the prescription food the vet recommended. I feed him Wellness wet food. It's actually much better than the prescription stuff. Here's a great website on kidney disease in cats that will help alot. Print off some of the articles and go over them with your vet. Good luck to to your kitty.
why has the scientific community failed to develop a prevention treatment for PKD (polycystic kidney disease)?
since it affects so many americans, and any prophylactic treatment would likely be administered for the rest of a patient's life, it would be extremely profitable for big pharm.
additionally, we also know the gene mutation that is responsible for PKD…
so what are the difficulties in trying to design a treatment strategy for PKD?
is the recent boom in genomics and recombinant DNA techniques likely to lead to a breakthrough?
what about increases in access to totipotent human cells for research or therapy? would this likely lead to advances in finding a treatment?
till genetic engineering becomes a reality there can not be much that can be done for this condition.
Where can I buy cheaper Lactated Rigers for my dog who has Kidney Disease?
My dog has recently been diagnosed with Kidney Disease. He is supposed to get subcutaneous fluid injections to help his kidneys deal with the problem. But my Vet charges per bag of fluid, which only lasts for 3 treatments! I cant afford that, but dont want to put my dog down when there is a treatment so readily available. Is there someplace I can get these bags of fluid for cheaper (hopefully much cheaper)? Im not even real sure which type I should be looking for- what the vet gave us is NDC 0409-7953-09 made by Hospira, 1000 ML. I am willing to buy by the case, either locally or online if anyone can point me in the right direction!
There are many companies that sell it online, you just have to have your vet send them a prescription for it. The last link has a case of 12 for .99 a bag plus free shipping, which is the cheapest that I have found. Also, I have ordered from Valley Vet (the last link) before, and I really thought they had great service. Just FYI: there is no difference between LRS for farm animals and for pets, they are just marketed different.
is there any authentic treatment to cure or to slowdown progress of poly-cystic kidney disease.?
Homeopathic Medicines & Treatment for diseases of kidney like Urinary Tract Infection, Renal Calculi, Kidney Failure, Gloerulonephritis, Nephritis etc.
#Arsenicum Album. [Ars]
This remedy corresponds to all stages of Bright's disease, bearing a closer resemblance than any other remedy. It comes in later in the disease where there is dropsy, pale skin, waxen appearance, watery diarrhoea and great thirst. The urine is dark, casts are abdundant, and it contains much albumen. There are attacks of dyspnoea when lying down in the evening and after midnight, relieved by an expectoration of mucus. It may come in immediately after Aconite in many cases. Dr. Pope found Arsenicum 3X efficient in acute nephritis. " Blood boils " make a special indication for this remedy. Baehr, Millard and Hale question the usefulness of Arsenicum in kidney affections. However, it seems a simile to the large white kidney; in fact, one could hardly wish for a closer correspondence. Hughes considers it a favorite with anxiety and sinking of vital forces will call for Arsenicum. Calcarea arsenica has been used in the anaemia, progressive emaciation and debility of this disease with success.
#Apis mellifica. [Apis]
Apis is not so much a remedy for chronic Bright's disease as for the acuter forms. There are oedematous swellings of the face and extremities, paleness, ascites, oedema pulmonum, pains in the head, back and limbs. Albuminuria following scarlatina. It may be of use in any form of Bright's disease when there are dull pains in the kidneys, scanty urine and frequent Micturition. The urine is heavily charged with albumen and contains blood corpuscles. The oedema appears quickly, there is general dropsy and suppression of urine and perhaps an eruption of the skin like a nettle rash. The patient is drowsy , apathetic and has a bruised feeling all over. Apis in such cases acts best in trituration; do not depend on the tincture or dilutions. Hepar is recommended by Kafka in Bright's disease following scarlatina. A valuable symptom for Apis is the following of suffocation. He does not see how he is get another breath.
#Mercurius corrosivus. [Merc]
This remedy corresponds to the large white kidney. There is an albuminous, scanty and red urine; pale waxen color of the body; there are lumbar pains, great dyspnoea and excessive strangury. It takes the first rank among all the mercurials for nephritis, and it comes in the later stages. Syphilitic complication further indicate it. There is an expression of uneasiness of uneasiness on the face. Dr. Ludlam considers it our best remedy for the albuminous nephritis of pregnancy and Baehr lauds it in suppurative nephritis. Kali chloricum. This remedy is said to be the most homoeopathic of all remedies in Bright's disease. It has scanty, dark, albuminous urine containing casts. It excites a violent nephritis.
One of our reliable and most frequently indicated remedies in the early stages of renal diseases when congestion is prominent, when there is much pain in the back of a dull character extending along the ureters. The great characteristic of dark smoky urine will be present. There is anasarca,and , of course, the urine is bloody and albuminous. It is recommended in post scarlatinal renal affections. The prostration is not accompanied by the restlessness of Arsenicum. Cantharis. This remedy pictures nephritis with cutting pains in the lumbar region; the urine is passed in drops and is mixed with blood, with much urging. Post scarlatinal and post diphtheric kidney diseases with dropsy may indicate Cantharis. If renal congestions arise from Spanish fly blisters, give Camphor as an antidote. The prostration of Terebinth lacks the restless anguish of Arsenicum.
#Digitalis. [Dig]
This remedy has an irritant action on the kidneys. It is homoeopathic to granular degeneration. Heart symptoms, feeble pulse, scanty, dark, turbid urine, faintness at the stomach,rheumatic pains will indicate it. It is especially useful when the circulation is weak. Rheumatic pains, pulmonary catarrh with profuse expectoration are marked symptoms. Glonoine has albuminous urine and will sometimes be found useful in acute and haemorrhagic nephritis.
#Plumbum. [Plum]
Granular degenerations of the kidneys, with tendency to uraemic convulsion. Dropsy, sallow face, emaciation, oedema about the ankles. It seems to corresponds to the contracted or cirrhotic form of nephritis, holding the same relation here that Arsenic and Mercury do in chronic nephritis. Royal emphasizes this remedy saying that it arrested the progress in many cases and permanently cured not few for him. He never used it below the 30th potency. Cuprum arsenicum is also useful in uraemic conditions and is praised highly by Goodno. Cuprum is a valuable remedy for uraemic eclampsia. Aurum muriaticum. Morbus Brightii from gout, suppurations or syphilis. Interstitial nephritis in its incipiency with digestive and nervous phenomena, hypochondriasis, irritability and vertigo.
#Phosphorus. [Phos]
Phosphorus produces as marked a nephritis as any drug. It is one of the most important remedies in Bright's disease; the characteristic symptoms are: lassitude of the whole body, hands and feet icy cold, sleepiness. The fatigue is greatest in the morning, and there is heat in the body without thirst, especially in the evening. The patient is indisposed to work, is giddy, forgetful and has a heavy headache , particularly in the forehead; there is oedema of the upper eyelids, a mist before the eye, a yellowish fray complexion, a sickly oedema of the face, want of appetite, pressure and burning in the stomach, and a light colored painless diarrhoea which is very weakening. It suits well fatty or waxy casts, is dark brown, scanty and albuminous , or covered with an iridescent film. Pulmonary complications will call for Phosphorus; and inability to lie on the left side is a prominent symptom in these cases. Vomiting and gastric symptoms are usually present. A small dose of Phosphorus will act much safer and better in eclampsia than a large dose of Morphine.
#Belladonna. [Bell]
Simple albuminuria, here it seems to occupy a place midway between Aconite and Arsenicum. Belladonna is of the greatest service in inflammation of the kidneys with piercing burning pains in the lumbar region, returning periodically with increased severity. Aconite. Incipient stage of post scarlatinal nephritis, pain in lions, scanty urine without blood. Convallaria. Nephritis from heart disorders. It affords relief when there is extreme rapid and irregular action of the heart,and in general anasarca and ascites from mitral insufficiency. Apocynum. Palliative in dropsical conditions where the urine is scanty. Also useful for comma and convulsions in the nephritis of pregnancy.
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I hope and pray that the provided information is helpful for you.
Take Care and God Bless you.
has anyone heard of NHV Tripsy for cats with kidney disease?
i have a 15 year old cat in the early stages of kidney disease. i like my vet, but he doesn't know about any holistic treatments. i see this stuff on the web NHV Tripsy, and their product reviews are great, but i don't know anything about it. if you have 1st hand experience with this or other holistric treatments for cats with kidney problems, please let me know. thanks.
I'm sorry I don't know what you are talking about.
has anyone ever treated their cat's kidney disease with holistic treatments?
if so, what did you do? how did it work? I want to do this in addition to fluid treatments the vet said he needs. my cat is 5 and was just diagnosed. thanks
How was your cat diagnosed, and what sort of kidney disease does he have? Kidney disease is usually something associated with an elderly cat, and not one his age. Having said that, bad kidneys have been bred into many cats by unscrupulous breeders. I have a male Siamese who was diagnosed with bad kidneys at age 3. His was a birth defect called uremic dysplasia – his kidneys are too small. He's 11 now!
Holistic treatment is best for kidney issues. The cat needs to be kept hydrated, and they need maximum, high quality nutrition to avoid the weight loss and muscle wasting associated with kidney disease. My elderly cat with CRF (he's 16) and my 11 year old male both get premium high-protein canned food, per my vet. The canned food keeps them hydrated, and the high-quality protein is what their bodies need. Choose a canned food free of grains, and by-products. The by-products are a low-quality protein source, and may be harder for the kidneys to process. Low protein diets aren't suitable for cats unless they are in the very end stages of renal failure. Cats for one won't eat them, and they need to eat to keep their weight up. And they also contribute to the muscle wasting that you see in so many cats with kidney issues. My two are doing great on this diet, and I won't switch them to the kidney one (nor does my vet want me to).
If you've got a holistic vet (as in a real one) in your area, by all means get a second opinion there.
For my cat with kidney disease also has a heart condition is the sub-Q therapy/liquid the only choice she has?
I dont want my severe kidney disease suffering cat to receive the subcutaneous fluid therapy (sub-Q) because it would be too painful for her and she is 15 years old and suffers a heart murmur (a sort of heart condition). I've been told cats who suffer from a heart condition shouldn't receive this sub-Q treatment because it's dangerous. I need to know what other options are out there instead of the subcutaneous fluid therapy/liquid (sub-q), there has to be other options. The vet i'm taking her with isn't very helpful he offered that option, and I really need to know what to do so her kidneys get better fast, right now she doesn't have a treatment or an adequate diet:-( I need urgent speedy help to find a better vet (preferably holistic) in Chicago. If anyone knows please let me know i'd really appreciate it. Thanks.
There's not a lot you can do about this. Normally they'll try to "restart" the kidneys with an IV of fluids, but with your cat having heart problems, and I would imagine that this is congestive heart failure (CHF)…besides her heart murmur, you're vet is giving her IV fluids sub q so she's not overloaded quickly with fluids. I hate to say this…but you need to consider that the time for your loved cat is just about over. If she continues to go down, then you really need to consider euthanasia. I wish you only the best of luck.
What are the homeostatic mechanisms involved in chronic kidney disease?
How does chronic kidney disease affect homeostatic mechanisms?
What is the cause and what is the effect on homeostatic mechanisms, what are the treatments?
The kidneys are regarded as homeostatic organs. If you stop and consider what the kidneys do, you'll know how chronic kidney disease affects the homeostatic functions of these organs.
I'm not sure you're wording this question correctly — "What are the homeostatic mechanisms involved in chronic kidney disease?" — Kidney disease doesn't implement homeostatic mechanisms…it interferes with homeostasis..
"How does chronic kidney disease affect homeostatic mechanisms?" — As I said, stop and consider what the kidneys do and then review how chronic disease affects the kidneys.
"What is the cause and what is the effect on homeostatic mechanisms" — Like I said…
"what are the treatments?" — Dietary restrictions, hypertension management, diabetes management, lipid management, weight management, smoking cessation, epogen injections, diuretics, vit. D, phosphate binders management, dialysis or transplantation. Obviously, the course of treatment depends on the causes and contributory factors.
I have questions about kidney disease?
There are people that live in the hospital because their kidneys need to be cleaned 3 times a day. Their bodies are monitored every minute. They are weak all the time, but sometimes, they feel OK? What kind of kidney disease do they have? Is it that serious? What causes it and all the bowel problems that go along? What kind of treatment is necessary? What is the procedure?
They need someone to donate a kidney to them immediately or else How Long Will They Stay Alive?
There are several kidney dysfunctions, one of them is uremia and this usually leads to dialysis, a process of "cleansing" the kidneys. This is needed to excrete metabolic waste products from the body. In time kidney transplant has to be done to prolong life.
where can i find info on kidney disease and what dialysis does?
How is kidney dialysis done; is it very uncomfortable and do you feel better after a treatment?
Go to kidney school http://www.kidneyschool.org/
"Kidney School is an interactive, web-based learning program in 20-minute modules. It was designed to help people learn what they need to know to understand kidney disease and its treatment, adjust to kidney disease, make good medical choices, and live as fully as possible. You decide which modules to visit and when––so what you learn is entirely up to you."
kidney disease, and treatments?
My wife had multiple cist in both kidney,now bith have failed she is on dialysis.
how can i get new kiodney for her ?
what are the prevention required?
in most cases, a healthy donor of the same blood time is required for kidney transplant. If your wife has any relatives, such as brothers or sisters, contact them immediately to get tested for compatibility. If no donor can be found within the family, your wife will go on a medical waiting list to receive a kidney most likely extracted from the cadaver of a consenting patient.
What is the life expectancy of a 62 year old with end stage kidney disease?
When there are apparently no treatment options (such as a transplant or dialysis) available?
In theory, "end stage renal disease" should mean that kidney disease has progressed to a point where the patient will not be able to survive for any considerable length of time without renal replacement therapy (i.e., dialysis or a transplant). In practice, it is difficult to know with certainty when that point is reached; the goal is not to wait to start dialysis until the patient is at the door of death. So, some patients who "need dialysis" could actually live for months–in exceptional cases even a few years–without it. Occasionally, even patients who have been on dialysis for years decide to stop, but nevertheless survive for a while without it!
So, the simple answer is that the answer varies from person to person. However, it's fair to say that life expectancy in an untreated patient with ESRD usually measures in months to a couple of years. It can be as short as days to weeks.
BTW, dialysis is almost invariably an option. About the only patients who are not candidates for any form of dialysis are critically ill people with extremely low blood pressure who can't tolerate even the slowest and gentlest forms of dialysis (hemofiltration); this is usually a situation where death is imminent. In other cases, dialysis is considered a futile option due to a multitude of other medical problems that are expected to be rapidly terminal.
A much more common scenario is that patients are not interested in a form of dialysis for which they are a candidate; for example, hemodialysis in a center three times per week.
Which army regulation covers disqualifying conditions for deployment pertaining to Polycystic kidney disease?
My unit is currently on orders for deployment. I'm not afraid to go, I knew there was a chance when I enlisted. I have Autosomol Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD). I'm just wandering what kind of treatment will be available in Iraq? I was diagnosed with it in 2000. My mom and her siblings have it. My Aunt and Uncle are currently undergoing dyalisys for their ADKPD.
You will have to ask the Army medical staff – if you remind them that you have it they can look up the regs.
It might not disqualify you at all if it's not severe or if the treatment is not complicated.
i heard that there are medicines out there that someone can take to help prolong kidney disease?
i've heard about different treatments that are available for people with kidney disease like medicines that can be taken to help prolong kidney disease and it helps slow the disease down. i also heard oh yeah dialysis works … do the treatments for a while and go to work while u are having the treatments. does anyone know anything about this?
Peritoneal dialysis is a type of dialysis that people do while they go to work. There are also various ways you can do hemodialysis in your home that can make dialysis more compatible with work.
There are a number of medicines that you can take to slow or even reverse your diminishing kidney function – which medicine or strategy depends on what is causing your kidney disease. If it is diabetes or high blood pressure – two leading causes of kidney disease – controlling those underlying conditions can slow the progression.
Often when the kidney disease is caused by damage to the nephrons – the little filters in the kidneys that do all the work – steroids and anti-inflammatory drugs will be tried. If you are ever in doubt that you are receiving the best care from your doctor you should always feel comfortable getting another opinion but sometimes getting the best medical care available is still not enough to save the kidneys.
Chronic Kidney Disease Questions please advise?
I was diagnosed with Chronic kidney disease and would greatly appreciate if some one would answer some of my questions before i see my doctor again.
Can Chronic kidney Disease be stopped before kidney failure, is there treatment to cure it? and also what foods to avoid.
thank you
I'm sorry about your diagnosis, there is no way to reverse chronic kidney disease; it is a progressive disease. It will eventually require dialysis; either hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. Unfortunately the only "cure" for chronic kidney disease is a kidney transplant….which you will most likely not receive for years, providing you meet the stringent criteria to accept an organ.
The general diet most chronic kidney disease patients follow is a low sodium, low potassium, low phosphate, and low protein diet.
if you follow this link http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/kudiseases/pubs/NutritionLateCKD/ (or copy and paste it in your browser) it has several small diagrams to give you some ideas of foods that meet the criteria I mentioned above; but of course you will have to become diligent at reading labels because no one can tell you every single food to avoid.
You should also limit your fluid intake to the previous day's urine output measured in milliliters (ml) plus 600ml. So whatever amount you void on the previous day, just add 600ml to it, and that's how much you can have to drink today…..hopefully that makes sense! Since your kidneys are failing and you are retaining fluid you have to watch how much you drink!
And also….avoid magnesium at all costs!!! Magnesium based laxatives (milk of magnesia) or magnesium based antacids are 2 big examples. Magnesium depends on the kidneys to excrete it and if it builds up it causes terrible symptoms (muscle weakness, hypotension, coma)….so please avoid it!
When they day comes that your docotor approaches you about a venous access for hemodialysis, tell your doctor you want an "Arterio-Venous Fistula." This venous access offers the fewest complications of any but is underused in some areas.
Those are the basics of chronic kidney disease….and there's tons more to talk about! But hopefully your physician will cover the more detailed stuff with you! best of luck to you!
How would I go about getting a genetic test for Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)?
My mum and my grandad have both had it, and have had to be put on dialysis for treatment. My mum has always been against me being tested as she believes its putting a timeline on your life.
However, I really want to know if i have it.
I'm 18 now, but I'm unsure of how to actually get tested, as in where do I go?
Any help would be appreciated.
Blessings …..
Just go to your doctor, talk to him/her about your history and ask if there is a test to be done to find out whether or not you are a candidate.
Take care.
Rhapsody at www.rappingonamleody.blogspot.com
Kidney Disease??? Please help.?
I randomly get this pain around the area where my left kidney would be…maybe once a month or once every two months. I tried researching what it could be and it seems like there is more of a possibility of it being kidney disease than a kidney stone. Are there treatments for kidney disease or will it have to be removed? Also, does anyone know what tests they'll have to run to find out if I even have kidney disease? PLEASE help.
Mm..if the disease is related to kidney,then you wouldn't feel the pain at your front area,but at the back of your kidney.It may be something else.I also get that pain(exactly like yours).But usually,i'll have A LOT of 'white fluid'(i dunno the english words for it)while,before,and after the pain.But i'm not sure if this related to the pain coz we have our ovary at the right,not at the left.So,that's is all i know.Meet your doctor,it would be better.
Dog has early kidney disease?
The vet just diagnosed my rescue chihuahua as being in the early stages of kidney disease. She give my dog 14 days worth of antibiotics, however told me to give her 7 days worth, cease for 10 days and then continue antibiotics for 7 days. Anyone understand what the 10 day period of no antibiotics in the middle of her treatment is about?
Thanks in advance for your serious answers.
Which antibiotic are you using?
Some antibiotics have effects other than their primary antibiotic effect, which might be what we're chasing after here.
The only other thing I can think of, is that there might be problems giving the drug for 14 days straight (due to side effects of the drug), and there might be enough residual activity left to keep working for a while (carry you through the 10 day break), and then you start back up again once the system has had a chance to equilibrate.
Best thing to do though, is talk to the vet directly. I'd be quite curious to know what they say (I'll check back on this question later, or you can e-mail me directly).
my GFR was 82, Do i have kidney disease?
on every chart, GFR of 82 is 2nd stage kidney disease, But ive seen 4 doctors and they all said my kidneys are fine and don't need treatment or diet change. anybody know ? i'm confused
I was told that I may have Polycystic kidney disease – Does anyone have this? Symptoms/treatments?
my advice is to ask your doctor for symptoms,treatments,but my simple ,easy advice to drink a lot of water daily
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What is wrong with my kidneys? Kidney Disease?
for some time now I have been exeperiencing alot of problems with my kidneys (currently getting investigated). They feel like they are inflamed quite often and I feel so exhausted. Sometime when I move in a certain direction a feel them twitch. I think I may have kidney disease? Does anyone have it? If so what are your symptoms and treatments etc? Thanks
Darren L, The first thing that doctors go is for kidney Stones the can get pretty big and somes times inpossible to pass, there will be test to determine how to take care of the problem. You will need a urologist but your insurancce may require a referral by your primary doctor. If you go to web md maybe your symptoms will lead you to the problem, either way you are gonna have to go for a check up for this the doctor can tell by a couple of things in your blood test results. Do not delay a doctor's visit. Feel Better Darren
kidney disease questions?
1.What is the name of the disease? What is the origin of the name of the disease?
2.Is the disease communicable or non-communicable? What is communicable / non-communicable?
3.Historical background of the disease. Give a TIMELINE of the disease (beginning to present).
4.Date the disease was first discovered.
5.Name of person responsible for the discovery.
6.How did it/does it affect society, in general and from the standpoint of treatment cost and care?
7.Were/Are any historical figures affected by the disease (if no historical figures, who is affected)?
8.How does the disease spread / progress? Both outside and inside the body.
9.What are the symptoms and how is the body (body systems) affected by the disease?
10.What are the causes of the disease? What is the incubation of the disease?
11.How is the disease diagnosed? What tests are used?
12.What are the treatments for the disease? Is there a cure for the disease? What medications or vaccination?
13.How many people die/affected from the disease (month/year/ever) and what is the average age of onset?
14.What and Where research was or is currently being done to find a cure or treat the disease?
15.What role has research played on the discovery, treatment, and/or cure of this disease?
Try doing your report on Glomerulonephritis
Sorry, I'm not going to do your work for you, so thats all I can offer.
Umm, apparently my cat has early kidney disease? Any suggestions?
My mother took my cat to a vet I had never heard of, behind my back, and apparently they diagnosed her with early kidney disease after a blood and urine test.
What am I supposed to do?? I don't feel like I believe them. I want to take her somewhere else and get her checked out again. All the vet said to do was to feed her this crappy Hill's K/D food but my cat doesn't like it. Isn't this disease fatal?? I am in a little bit of shock since I just found out! Does anyone out there have any experience with feline kidney disease and possible options and treatments?? Thanks……
Thank you to all who answered. I appreciate the different opinions. I'm still upset about hearing the news, but I feel a little better now. Thanks. =)
Hi there,
I am sorry to hear about your kitty and the diagnosis that the veterinarian who you never met made. Not knowing the practitioner I am sure is upsetting to you as well.
As far as I am concerned, It is always a good idea, in my opinion, to get a second opinion if you are not confident with any practitioner. Blood and urine tests are generally used to make the diagnosis and are fairly accurate, but repeating them is prudent as well.
Unfortunately, kidney disease in cats is fairly common as cats age. My 8 year-old Oriental Short hair was just diagnosed with possible early stages of kidney failure also, by two veterinarians that I really respect. While tests are all in normal range, some of the behavior he is showing, such as frequent urination and huge appetite for water points in the direction of this possibility. He is not Diabetic.
I so agree with you about Hill's products. They are really not good nutrition. It seems that many veterinarians prescribe these rx products, but in reality feline nutritional knowledge is very scanty. Veterinarians receive little training in this very important area, and most of it, I hear, is provided by some of the manufacturer's of these products and want to be sure that vets keep their waiting rooms stocked with them. The product that he prescribed is low in protein but cats need to eat, and it is much more important to be sure that your cat is eating to avoid liver problems. In fact there is controversy about limiting protein with kidney problems, and in fact, may hasten the disease.
Keeping your cat hydrated and not giving dry food is one way that you can help him a lot.
I heartily recommend that you read this article which I found for you on the Original Holisticat site about renal conditions and the types of diet which are appropriate for our cats who have this problem. They are obligate carnivores and need meat. This is a fascinating and excellent explanation of the disease and possible ways to keep it at bay.
There are many ways to prolong the life of your kitty. I had a cat with serious kidney failure and was able to prolong her life for several years, and as her disease progressed, we gave her sub-Q fluids which really helped spark her appetite and energy level. A caring and competent Vet will be able to train you how to do this when and if the time comes for it to be needed.
I would suggest seeking an alternative care veterinarian practice to provide him with the most appropriate treatment.
My veterinarian prescribed a suppliment called Feline Renal Support, made by Standard Process. I was happy to see that the article that I recommended agreed with her. While the jury is still out about whether he is in the early stages of the disease, we feel that taking proactive measures now may stave off its progression and bolster his kidney health.
I hope I have given you some options to consider. I know how worried you are. Good luck with your kitty.
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I have MPGN Type 2-Kidney disease..Anyone with experience only answer….?
I was diagnosed with kidney disease 2 1/2 years ago after the birth of my son… my doctors are only putting me on prednisone at low doses and not telling me the results of labs in terms I understand..the treatment they are using is prednisone only and waiting.. I have great blood pressure but my doctor insists on keeping me on medicine that lowers it which makes me dizzy, blackout, and have blurred vision occasionly..I also experience fatigue frequently…My family and fiance know I'm in denial and act and tell me it's fine…I need someone who is going through or have went through this to talk to…What should I do??..Please help me
I was diagnosed after the birth of my son 2 1/2 years ago by a renal biopsy..I am in denial about most of it and need help…I can't talk to my family or fiance…I need someone who has kidney disease(any type preferrably the same as me) who can relate and has experience with how to deal with doctors, treatments they've had or can recommend to ask my doctor about and most importantly I need someone to talk to about dealing with all of it in general ….Can anyone help me??
My 8 year old daughter was just diagnosed with MPGN Type 2 about 2 months ago. It has hit her with a vengeance and we caught the disease at the very beginning. She has been in the hospital for 5 weeks now and this is her third stay at the hospital since January. She is already on hemodialysis and they have put a catheter in her for Peritoneal Dialysis. One treatment she is on has helped her tremendously, it is called Plasma Feresis which is done by the Red Cross at the hospital. She also is on Prednisone, Bi-Citrate Carb, Tums w/ every meal as a phosphorus binder, Norvasc (high blood pressure medicine) and also another high blood pressure medicine (can't remember the name right now). She is on a Renal Diet (low sodium, low phosphorus). She also has a CYTOXIN treatment through IV once a month (she has had two so far). She has had to be given platelets and several blood transfusions. She has a Nephrologist that is extremely aggressive as this disease has been aggressive to her. My daughter (only daughter) has been through all this in the last two and a half months. It seriously sounds like you need to find a new nephrologist who is going to be alot more aggressive. At the beginning of this my daughter was put into the hospital for a week of EXTREMELY HIGH doses of Prednisone (500 mg a day) through the IV, now she takes it in pill form at a lower dose. I would recommend looking into the Plasma Feresis. This has been a very hard time for me and my family, I have a husband and three boys (14 yrs, 11yrs and 5 months old). I have basically lost my job that I have had for 6 years. The hospital my daughter is in is 2 hours from home so I have not been able to be home w/ my other children and husband. We are hoping she will get to come home in the next 3 weeks (minimum). Monday we start our training on the Peritoneal Dialysis so that we will be able to do dialysis every day at home. I don't know if any of this will help you, but if you have more questions you can email me at firstname.lastname@example.com. This has hit so suddenly I am also having a hard time and would welcome any conversation/help/support in this area. I hope this has been helpful. Sincerely, txgirl_73
Alternative treatment to kidney failure?
I know of dialysis. What I'm asking about is, are there any other alternatives that will enable the diseased from living?
What are the aspects that specialists are working on developing to deal with kidney failure?
I'm doing a research about Kidney Failure, and I need to know about the new techniques scientists are working on to face the disease.
Can't the semi-permeable membrane be replaced? Can't we use stem cells or biotechnology in providing a treatment to the disease? Are there any certain microbes that can be injected to fix the problem? What about a medicine that is administrated that will decrease the size of impurities to pass through the membrane? Or maybe a medicine that can fix the semi-permeable membrane permanently or temporalily?
nope- none of the above. maybe one day we'll have those technologies you've described, but as of right now, there's onyl 2 alternatives- dialysis or a kidney transplant.
27 weeks pregnant with Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3?
I have been living with Kidney Disease since the age of 5. I currently have one functioning Kidney and my GFR has been .5 (stage 1/2) for the last year. I am in my 6th month of pregnancy and was told that my 24hr Urine collection and my blood work has put my Ceratine level at 1.9 (stage3) and the increase happened in one month. I am worried about the sudden increase and have not been told by my specialist what complications I am looking at throughtout the rest of my pregnancy. My questions are……. WhaIs it normal for Kidney disease to progress so suddenly? What effects will it have on my pregnancy? I am almost at stage 4 how quickly can it progress? What are treatment options?
Diet for K9 with Kidney Disease?
My poor dog that I've had since I was 19 (Im currently 31) has failing kidneys. The Vet said that if she were a person she would be on dialasis. Anyhow, she is currently getting liquid treatment under her skin every day and her she is still eating, but not nearly what she used to. I have been giving her people food as she has been staying away from regular canned dog food (which she used to love). Now I give her some canned salmon, rice, carrots, sometimes a scrambelled egg or two. But what she REALLY LOVES is canned vienna sausages and hot dogs. I have been giving her alot of these just so she will take in more calories. I would put her down, alothough it breaks my heart except she is still pretty playful and happy…although not as much as she use to be. My question is what do you think about giving her hot dogs and such as primary meals?
There is a great yahoo group for dogs with kidney failure. The members there have a lot of great advice and tricks to keep your dog with you as long as possible. Please join and seek their advice.http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/K9KidneyDiet/
is it possible to develop autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease at 14-16 y/o?
my friend was wondering. i mean like, not develop but just start getting symptoms of it then and if u can what is the chances of survival and what kind of treatment is there?
Yes it is possible. PKD runs in my family. All 4 of my Uncles, my Aunt, 7 cousins and my brother have it. My Mom also had it and she died a year ago from complications of dialysis. I am 25 and have been tested and luckily I do not show signs as of yet.
There is no cure for this disease but there are treatment options. When end stage renal disease occurs your options are dialysis or transplantation. You can live a long life with this disease. My Mom was diagnosed in her early twenties, her kidneys did not go into renal failure until her early forties and then she lived until 56. My Uncles are in their 60′s and 70′s.
If your friend is worried about getting this disease then I would strongly encourage him/her to go to their doctor. Their doctor should be able to set up a consultation with a nephrologist to answer any questions.
My BF fed my cat a thin small slice of sandwich meat & my cat had hyperthyroid &kidney disease.why my cat die?
my cats appetite was fine it seemed until he fed my cat that thin slice of sanwich meat thereafter my cat either became a picky eater and didnt want his food or the illness (kidney disease/ HT) made him lose his appetite. WHICH DO YOU THINK IS THE REASON MY CAT LOST HIS APPETITE AND DIED 2 DAYS LATER? because my BF fed him a lillte piece of meat and my cat became picky about his own wellness cat food or because of his pre existing illnesses? please let me know becuse I am about to break up with my BF of 7 years becuase i told him many times never to give my cat human food and if it caused my cats death then I want nothing to do with him. I had my cat for 17 years and love and miss him so much. his i131 was sheduled on1/12/09 which my cat didnt live to make his treatment. Im so severly depressed I just want to die.
over 1 week my cats appetite decreased . he went form eating 2 cans a day of wellness chicken food to 1 can a day to 1/2 a can the day before he died, and he was so thin already from the hyperthyroidism.
the day my cat he wouldnt eat and the day prior he hadnt eaten in 16 hours the last being a half a can of adult cat food. i became desperate seeing my cat wouldnt eat /i made him boiled chicken, and even caved in and offered him sandwich meat that he liked but my cat didnt want that either. i tried differeent brands of cat food, even offered tuna, and my cat wouldnt eat.
solution to severe itching due to kidney disease?
my mom has stage 4 ckd she has had a lot of severe itching episodes and then her skin gets dry and rashy what is the best natural treatment for this condition
I use a lotion called Uremol, you can get it at Walmart or any drugstore.
The best way to control the itching is to not shower too often. If your Mom is staying home that day, tell her to skip the shower and just have a sponge bath.
Also, she MUST stick to her diet plan. When eating items that are on your "avoid" list, your body has a hard time processing the potassium, sodium and phosphates that are in these foods. This will also contribute to the itchy skin.
Have her keep to her diet, take her medications, and exercise regularly, and these symptoms will slow down after a while.
I have been stage 5 kidney disease for 4 years now, and I'm doing pretty good.
does anybody have the kidney disease nephrotic syndrome and what are your symptoms and what are your?
treatment for it
Symptoms of nephrotic syndrome are frothy urine, anorexia, sick feeling, puffy eyelids, abdominal pain, wasting of the muscles, and edema (fluid retention). You can also develop fluid between the lungs and the chest wall. Treatment usually involves corticosteroid treatment (prednisone). MDs may also try ACE inhibitor drugs. Diet changes to include the right protein and potassium levels and low saturated fat levels and sodium. You will also need to slowly increase your exercise level.
My brother suffering frm Nephrotic syndrome(disease of kidney) i need sugesstion plz help?
My brother (15 year old) is suffering frm Nephrotic Syndrome.So, i want to know that which country is best for its treatment.his disease started in 2004.He was started on steroid and develop multiple relapses.During his illness he recieved course of levamisole,course of cellcept,then was kept on cyclosporine since 2005.While on cyclosporine he continued to have multiple relapses.In doha his treatment is contimued but I and my family is not satisfied so, plz help.
I am NOT a doctor but I have been reading a lot of information that is health related recently and may be able to point you in the right direction.
The first thing I would recommend is to find yourself a good nutritionist or Natuopathic Physician. Medical doctors are great [when you find a good one] for diagnosing a condition but they are pretty much trained ONLY in drug therapy and know very little or nothing about treating the body with natural treatments. (And even if they did – it is unlawful in the USA to claim that anything other than a drug can cure or treat a disease.) You have to remember that the text books used in medical schools are provided by drug companies.
There are a few things that I would recommend. The first one is to add at least 6 ounces of seafood to your brother's diet every day. The reason for this is that ONLY seafood contains the 72 trace elements that are missing from all other food. Seafood will likely not produce immediate results. It can take up to 90 days or more for the trace elements to build up in the body to get the maximum benefits. However, you should not try to rush this by taking a supplement that contains the trace elements unless you take ONLY the recommended amount of the supplement daily. The heavier trace elements can be toxic if overdosed. Eating as much seafood as one wants is okay, however. Avoid the larger fish like tuna and swordfish and shark due to mercury content. Also eat only wild salmon and not farm-raised. If you have a garden do not use commercial fertilizer but instead use fertilizer or mulch from seaweed and this will put the trace elements into the vegetables you grow. For information on this see the first link posted below. Note: If seafood is out of the question due to sodium intake concerns then a trace element formula would be recommended. Try Concentrace tablets. These are recommended at www.truehealth.org and the tablet form is recommended instead of the liquid for reasons mentioned there.
Second, and since this is a kidney related problem, I would recommend a bowel and kidney cleansing program be started immediately. There are numerous products available from different companies. Personally I would recommend Dr. Schulze's 30 day detox which consist of 2 bowel cleanses, a kidney cleanse and a liver cleanse. My wife and I have both used this regimen even though it cost 0 (Use 3rd link below and then click on "Life-Changing 30 Day Detox). Regarding the bowel cleanse: It consist of 2 formulas: #1 & #2. Take formula #1 by taking one capsule per directions in the evening and if that doesn't give the desired effect [bowel movement the next morning] then take 2 capsules the next evening – if that doesn't give the desired effect take 3 capsules the next evening etc. Once you obtain the desired effect begin taking formula #2 per directions while continuing to take formula #1 each evening [increased by one capsule and held at that level for the duration of taking formula #2]. Any questions contact me or the websites featuring the various products or protocols.
Third: Particularly since reading the information at the 4th link posted below and it's indication that nephrotic syndrome is often associated with inflammatory conditions, I would recommend investigating the use of the enzyme serrapeptase [links 5 & 6]. While I have not yet used this supplement I have just placed an order for it for myself, my wife and my father. Please note that serrapeptase can be found on the web under various names such as serratiopeptidase, serraphase and arthrozyme and others. It is important that the supplement you choose be enterically coated. If it isn't one would have to take twice as much to get the same benefit.
Another enzyme called nattokinase is useful for preventing blood clots and may help treat the clotting tendency associated with nephrotic syndrome but if your brother's doctor has him on blood thinning drugs it would be advised to check with the doctor before adding nattokinase to the regimen. Nattokinase can be taken as a supplement or as food called Natto. Natto is a traditional Japanese food and is commonly eaten for breakfast in Japan. See the last link below.
The only other thing I can add is to eliminate all processed foods and meats containing hormones or antibiotics. In other words eat as healthy as possible. .. Organic when possible. if not organic then "Natural" and fresh foods rather than canned and boxed. You may have success without doing this but the more you can do in the way of eating healthy, the better.
Hope this helps. If you try this and it works after a couple months please let me know. I would be most interested in the results either way.
Kidney Disease and Pain?
My sister was married in 1996.She is 36-years old.Unfortunately she couldn't conceive until now.Since 6-months she is experiencing kidney pain.Then we took her to doctor for medical check-up.They recommend us to do few tests.After tests,they said kidney is ejecting protein via urine and if we dont start medical treatment then it is possible that her kidney will be damage.They give us medicines and we started the medicine but there is no improvement.She is still experiencing the kidney pain and same thing as earlier so there is no improvement.Can you kindly let us know what should we do.We wanted to start her medication immediately.I am waiting for your immediate reply.If you recommend us to do few tests and send you the copy of that reports.I think that might help both of us to understand the whole situation.Thanks
Why is my cat up meowing at night after going to the vet for treatment?
She was treated for a urinary tract infection yesterday. I know she was lethargic and drinking a lot of water, so we'll have to wait and see if she has beginning stages of kidney disease. She'll be fine, but I won't. I am pooped. She was up 3 separate times meowing last night. I think she's happy. Maybe she was in pain for a while and is now relieved the pain went away. Have you folks ever dealt with something like this? Normally she goes to sleep with me. It was weird.
She was at home and didn't stay overnight at the vet. I was trying to sleep. The twit kept waking me up. When I tried to get her to stop, she seemed like she just wanted to play.
Yes, they did a ton of blood work. Three hundred bucks worth and now I have to put her on pricier food from them for cats with kidney issues. My other cat's a mut and dang—she NEVER has any problems.
just probably happy she isnt in pain
Chronic Kidney Disease?
Hi I just need a clarification, I have Mild Chronic Kidney Disease; I read it is a progressive loss of renal function over a period of months or years. There are 5 stages and I am in stage 2. What does progressive actually mean? Will it never stop even with treatments?
Thank you very much
Treatment for Crohn's Disease?
My boyfriend's mother has crohn's disease and she has had some problems with it. She recently took a vacation to visit us (12 hrs away), and the day she got back home she went to the hospital for chemotherapy treatments. She told my b/f that it was nothing to worry about that it was just treatment for her crohn's. I don't know much about crohn's/treatments, but I have never heard of chemotherapy as a form of treatment for this disease. She has lied to him once before when she was having renal failure and she told him that it was just a simple kidney infection. Is chemotherapy a treatment used for crohn's disease?
i think so. theorpy means cure.
Kidney disease and Diabetes questions..plez help!?
I was told a month or so that I have Kidney disease and I just saw a specialist for that about 3 weeks ago and she told me that it was not as bad as we all though and that I was stage 1 well the first time I had a 24 hour urine done it was at 1300 and about 4 weeks ago it was at 1500. I did another 24 hour a few days ago and my doc called me to tell me that it got A Lot higher. They were shocked. I am on bp meds and I take 150 units of 70/30 at meals and 160 units at bedtime. I am so.. upset and shocked. I don not understand why the protein is so bad and what I have done to make it worse. Any advice please! My husband and I went in for fertility treatments cause of pcos and that how all of this all got started. I was told that it could take up to another years to get everything under control. I a crushed.
If you're obese, and always hungry, your diabetes may just be due to severe insulin resistance, and exogenous insulin supplementaion may not only be unnecessary, but causing you to over eat. Have a GOOD diabetic doctor check your 'serum carboxy- peptide level. If present, you probably have plenty of your own insulin, are just severly resistant to it, and require daily oral medication like the biguanides and TZD's.
End stage kidney disease, brain damaged, diabetes and pneumonia how long can someone survive With all this?
Hi all, I have a question I would like to ask, a relative of mine was rushed to critical care on tuesday after suffering from Pneumonia we have been told that her kidney is slowing deteriorating and that because she fell into a Diabetic coma over 7years ago and is now brain damaged she is not suitable for dialysis or transplant. I have also been told that even though she has been taking antibiotics now, it is more than likely that the Pneumonia will come back, also that her kidneys on a scale of 0-120 are at a 15. What does this mean and roughly how long can she survive without any treatment.
I think the answer to this one has to be that she'll live as long as she'll live ,I doubt that anyone could put a time on this it depends on the strength of the person. just be there for her and tell her you love her even if you think she can't hear you.
where i can get best treatment in India for kidney related diseases?
You can go to CMC Vellore this hospital is very good my mom had kidney stone and we took her to there she is now ok doctores are good and service is also good.


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25 Boozy Popsicle Recipes
What better way to kick off this 4th of July holiday week than with a list of our favorite popsicles for grown-ups! They're fun and unexpected – a perfect last minute party treat or signature cocktail for your summer wedding! Which one will you freeze up first?
Classic Cocktail Popsicle Recipes:
Mai Tai Tiki Pops / Black Russian/White Russian / Margarita Ice Pops / Dark & Stormy / Bellini Pops / French 75 / Mojito Popsicles / Dirty Pirate Poptail
Boozy Citrus Popsicle Recipes:
Lemon Vodka Cream Pop / Campari Citrus Pop / Lemon Pale Ale Popsicle / Frozen Lime Rickey Popsicle / Maple Brown Derby Cocktail Pop
Boozy Fruity Popsicle Recipes:
Cherry Apple Whiskey Sour / Blueberry Moonshine / 4th of July Cooler / Mango Mojito / White Sangria / Blueberry Basil / Lychee Saketini / Blueberry Cabernet Cheesecake / Bourbon Peaches & Cream / Watermelon Mint Tequila / Sour Cream Cherry Tequila / Prosecco Fruit Pops


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- Dolphin Resort & Spa: Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa
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- F. McLintocks Restaurant: F. McLintocks Saloon and Dining House
Cakes/Candies Vendor:
The Cakery773 East Foothill Boulevard
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
"The cake tasted okay. We had white cake with raspberry marmalade and instead of fondant we opted for a non-dairy topping. The cake tasted very dry and the topping was almost similar to Crisco, which grossed me out. The pipping and decorations were exactly how I wanted them. There was a lot of confusion regarding delivery time, location, and the person I was speaking to and ordered my cake from was let go a few days before my wedding. The lady who delivered my cake, I believe was the owner, wasn't very personable, she seemed stressed out, irritated, and was a little late on the delivery."
Peer JohnsonCalifornia Central Coast
"Peer did great work. I especially like the way he photographs to capture life in his pictures. He caught us laughing and the children playing. I look back and see the photos and can see how everyone had a wonderful time. Another plus!! He was very patient with my family taking their own pictures. At times it was getting frustrating to me to see them take his shot and stand in the way of him-everyone seems to have a digital camera now a days! He worked really hard to include all the shots I wanted and than some. Excellent work-Thank you Peer!"
Wedding Day Beauty Vendor:
Rhonda JohnsonPismo Beach, CA, USA
"To sum it up, Rhonda was AWESOME!! This is the best money I could have spent on the entire wedding. I am a person who likes to do their own hair and makeup, simple but time goes by VERY quickly on your wedding day-so why not hire an extra hand to eliminate the stress (she was actually my wedding gift to myself). I loved my hair and makeup and felt like a celebrity being pampered. I was able to relax and enjoy my day instead of running around worrying about the details. Rhonda was very professional, very good at what she does, an over the top high quality makeup artist."
Wedding Ceremony:
Wedding Ceremony
"We have some great photos overlooking the ocean. It was simple and intimate."
Reception Lunch:
"We had our lunch at Lido's which is located in the Dolphin Bay Resort. The guests loved their food-which a majority of them had the pepper encrusted filet mignon. We had great service, very quick and very attentive. There were a few mix ups regarding seating and one order but those were smoothed out."
Dolphin Resort & Spa:
Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa2727 Shell Beach Rd
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Toll Free Reservations: (800) 516-0112
"I enjoyed staying here. This was the best part of the trip. The beds feel like you are sleeping on a cloud, the rooms are spacious, there is a mini kitchen in the suites which help with having small children. A large jacuzzi tub for soaking and a breathtaking view. We will definitely return next year to celebrate our anniversary!"
F. McLintocks Restaurant:
F. McLintocks Saloon and Dining House750 Mattie Road
Shell Beach, CA 93449, United States
(805) 773-1892
"Great place to hang out and enjoy the entertainment. They were very attentive to our large group and allowed us to split the bill several ways without any complaint. Everyone had a great time here in the laid back atmosphere."


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Police ID Father, Twin Girls Found Dead in Virginia - NBC29 WVIR Charlottesville, VA News, Sports...
There are 22 comments on the NBC29 Charlottesville story from Jan 29, 2012, titled Police ID Father, Twin Girls Found Dead in Virginia - NBC29 WVIR Charlottesville, VA News, Sports.... In it, NBC29 Charlottesville reports that:Authorities investigating the deaths of three family members found dead in a central Virginia home have confirmed that the victims were a man and his 3-year-old, twin daughters.
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#1 Jan 29, 2012
that messed that them kids are gone
#2 Jan 29, 2012
i hope he rots in he11 for what he did to those children
#3 Jan 29, 2012
Charlottesville Homeonwer: Unless you know more than is being report, you should recant your statement b/c as far as I know they have not determined the cause of death. We can sit here and try to piece it together, however they actually have people they pay for that.
#4 Jan 29, 2012
Pray everyone..too many things are happening!!we all need to go to GOD.
#5 Jan 29, 2012
Poor little angles, my heart weeps for you. I wish some women would pick there baby daddies a little more carefully.
#6 Jan 30, 2012
Anyoe think it could be remotely possible that dear mommy is the guilty one??(just trying to avoid a lynching)
#7 Jan 30, 2012
#8 Jan 30, 2012
I agree Tex. The police haven't said that this is a murder-suicide, but 3 found dead. Unless they come back and say the father committed suicide, the Mother will be the first one they investigate. But that's not to point fingers at the mom. It's simply process of elimination.
My heart goes out to the babies. This is a horrific and devastating crime that has happened.
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#10 Jan 30, 2012
no Tex, we wouldnt see grief over them if they'd been aborted. That has become the norm these days and it just doesn't hurt many peoples hearts anymore. But it's still murder, and it does break my heart.
#11 Jan 30, 2012
I dont see a thing in the story reported that indicates that the father did anything to his twin girls. The father was found dead as well. These days and times a woman can kill just the same as a man- has anybody stopped to think that Mommy Dearest may have been the one who did the crime?? I would think the case of Casey Anthony would have showed up a woman can kill just the same as a man!!!
#12 Jan 30, 2012
I was thinking the same thing. Daddy is dead, but Mommy is still alive, but no mention on her. Seems strange.
#13 Jan 30, 2012
Would a god worthy of worship allow such things to happen to innocent children?
#14 Jan 30, 2012
I pray not
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#15 Jan 30, 2012
If you spelled it with a capital G you might realize he has given us all free will. Whomever did this has to answer to God. I think you left more than socialism.
#16 Jan 30, 2012
I agree. Otherwise, there would be no need for the 10 Commandments, which could be considered good rules to live by regardless of religious affiliation, or lack thereof.
#17 Jan 30, 2012
The fact that the bedroom in which the three were found had a hose attached to a vehicle exhaust might tend to place the blame on the father rather than the mother.
"A man and his 3-year-old twin daughters were found dead in their Mechanicsvile home Saturday by the man's estranged wife, according to court documents.
A search warrant affidavit and divorce petition records on file in Hanover County Circuit Court this morning indicated Kristina Hooper found the bodies of her two daughters and her husband in a front bedroom that had been linked to the exhaust pipe of a van parked outside the Mechanicsville house."
#18 Jan 30, 2012
That selfish S,O,B! So he hurts the the soon to be ex-wife in the worst possible way because he can't have it all. He will burn in Hell!
#20 Jan 30, 2012
like i said i hope he burns in he!! for what he did to those children
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#21 Jan 30, 2012
This man has cut is little girls throats and his, and before that put a hose from the car exshast thru the bedroom window, becuase he didnt want to lose custody of his girls. Why if he was so darn unstabe was he left with them to begin with? This is so sad. Hate took control, his hate for his soon to be ex wife, and love lost, the love of his little angels. We all know where his soul is at right now. Burn!!!!
#22 Jan 31, 2012
God forgives killers, what would you do to this killer of little children? I know what I would do, any comments?
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Little Big Town will perform pre- and post-race concerts at the 34th annual Budweiser Shootout on Saturday, February 18 at the Daytona International Speedway as NASCAR kicks off the 2012 racing season. The group is known for such hits as "Boondocks," "Bring It On Home" and "Little White Church."
Little Big Town will perform three songs and the national anthem prior to the non-points race on a pre-race stage located on pit road. After the 75-lap race, the group will perform a 60-minute concert at the Sprint FanZone Main Entertainment Stage.
Formed in 1998, Little Big Town is comprised of Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet and husband and wife duo, Karen Fairchild and Jimi Westbrook. The group has sold over 1.5 million records, placed 12 songs on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, earned four Grammy Nominations and was honored with an Academy of Country Music award for Top New Vocal Duet/Group.
Their 2005 Grammy-nominated album, "The Road to Here", was certified platinum and boasts hits such as "Boondocks" and "Bring It On Home." Hits from their 2010 album "The Reason Why" include "Kiss Goodbye," "The Reason Why" and the album's fastest-rising single, "Little White Church."


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This is my first projector, a ViewSonic Pro 8200, purchased based on AVS reviews.
I have a wall I can project onto, but I am limited to 48" in height. The lower portion is wood. The PJ will be mounted about 15' from the wall, viewing area is about 9'-14', the room is about 20' deep and 15' wide, the screen will be on one of the 15' walls. There are two windows, but I plan to use black-out shades on those for viewing times, which are mostly at night anyway.
Should I paint the wall and project onto there? If so, what should I paint it?
How about a wall or ceiling-mounted pull-down screen?
Thanks for any and all suggestions, this is going to be my kid's Christmas gift and I have a lot of work to do still.
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Electrical Technical Information Discussion, starter going bad? in Item Specific Cadillac Discussion; my 72 deville with a 472 didnt start the other day - instead when i turned the key there was ...
- 06-28-04 05:35 PM #1Cadillac Owners Member
- Automobile(s): 1972 Sedan Deville
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starter going bad?
my 72 deville with a 472 didnt start the other day - instead when i turned the key there was a loud slapping / tick sound and the starter wouldnt even try to start the car. I tried turning the key on and off several times and each time that same noise happened. The battery was fine because all the lights in the car were very bright... Then the other day I tried starting it again and the first time i turned the key it ticked / slapped, and then the 2nd time it started! It then started a few more times with no problem, and now today it just ticks again, one loud TICK coming from I believe the starter (behind the lower firewall on the passenger side). Is my started on its way out and just starting sometimes, or is something bad with the wiring of my car, or if anyone has any ideas please let me know. Thanks!
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Re: starter going bad?
My car was doing the same, check the cables from the battery for corrosion, and maybe go for lower gauge wires (1 or 2 if possible).
Hope that helps!
Re: starter going bad?
Was this the first start of the day? (cold engine) Or after driving for awhile?
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Re: starter going bad?
Chances are the sound you are hearing is the solenoid. When you turn the key power is provided to the solenoid. The solenoid pops the bendix out and provided power to the starter motor. So one of two things is going wrong.. The contacts in the solenoid are bad and not allowing current to flow to the starter or the starter itself has a problem like bad brushes or a dead spot. If moneys tight you can try to just replace the solenoid but since you have to remove the starter anyway its best to just go ahead and replace them both as a unit.
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Re: starter going bad?
thanks guys!
ill try cleaning the wiring today and then if i can still get it to not start ill just buy a new starter.
anyone know if its necessary to raise the car up to remove it? i think my shop manual says to jack it up but id rather just get underneath it (i should be able to fit) as long as the starter can physically be removed without lifting the car.
Re: starter going bad?
after breaking down in a home depot parking lot, i found out the problem was a loose connection on the starter end of the positive battery cable! the cable feels like a nut is loose and it just wiggles around freely, so i think im just going to replace the whole positive cable. is there anything i should know before doing this? i think the positive battery cable consists of a few wires, the thickest going to the starter
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Re: starter going bad?
if the cable is loose, just take the nut off, clean the bolt and cable ends, put a little bit of grease on everything, and tighten it back up> I wouldn't waste any money by buying another cable.
Re: starter going bad?
check for voltage drop between the batt and the 'noid. sound like lack of voltage due to corosion or loose cables. or the solenoid is gone and it time for a new starter
Re: starter going bad?
i cleaned off the positive battery cable on the starter end and now it's been starting up immediately every time! i also replaced the ends of two wires connected to a post on the alternator, because they were in terrible shape - one looked chewed up. i thought this might fix my pulsating lights problem: the interior, head, and dash-lights all pulsate about 2 times per second, and there's also a ticking noise thats in synch with the pulsating (or dimming i guess would be a more accurate description). i took the voltage regulator off the car and had it tested at autozone and it passed all 5 tests. then they tested the alternator on the car and it passed too, putting out 63 amps.
could there be a problem with the alternator or voltage regulator even though it passed those tests where it wouldnt be failing but does this pulsating thing? it seems to only happen occasionally. sometimes right away when i start the car, other times after ive been driving for a while, but it usually continues until i turn the car off - it never starts and then goes away. could it possibly be a dirty negative battery cable on the engine end? the negative cable is definitely clean on the battery side - i havent checked out the engine/intake side yet though.
thanks for any info.
Re: starter going bad?
A bad diode in the alternator usually does that. It may still pass a load test even so. If you're going to change it, you could convert to a more modern one with the integral regulator,it's easy to do.
Re: starter going bad?
thanks for the tip... could you explain whats necessary to do the conversion? im interested.


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Know Your Well… and it will Serve You Well!
Know Your Well… and it will Serve You Well!
Written By: Jerry Alonzy
Image via Abhijeet Rane (Flickr)
It is said that a person can live for weeks without food, but only a matter of days without water. Indeed, civilizations flourish only where there is abundant, clean water. Without it, there are no crops, no livestock, decreased personal hygiene (bath, anyone?)… Essentially little hope for the long, healthy, comfortable life we desire for ourselves and our children.
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), approximately 15% of Americans are "off the grid" when it comes to obtaining water for their homes, detached from public supplies. And, though there is some value in schemes, such as collecting rainwater in barrels or drawing water from nearby ponds or rivers, the most reliable source of non-public water available to most people is the underground well.
There are three types of drinking water wells: dug, driven, and drilled. Each type of well evolved over centuries to meet the local challenge of providing enough water for human needs given (1) the level of the local water table (how deep one must dig before finding water), (2) the depth of the bedrock, and (3) the abilities and tools available to the well-builders.
Dug Wells
Dug wells are, by far, the simplest and most ancient type of well, ideal for "do-it-yourselfers" without access to expensive equipment. A well can be dug with little more than a shovel and a strong back, though to provide adequate water they may need to be as deep as 30 feet! To the point, the success of such a shallow well depends on a high enough water table and deep enough bedrock.
The earliest dug wells were lined with locally available stone to keep them from collapsing, allowing the water to flow into the well freely through the stone walls. More modern wells may use concrete block, brick, or preformed concrete caissons to form more solid walls. The deeper the water enters the well, the cleaner it will be; as the subsurface soil provides some natural filtration.
All modern dug wells are raised above the ground level to prevent surface runoff from directly entering the well. They are also capped with a removable cover to prevent any surface contamination or animals from entering, while allowing access for maintenance. Though the water in dug wells can be accessed directly by lifting the cap and lowering a bucket or portable pump, most systems are designed to automatically pump the water into the home, with underground pipe and an electric pump located inside the home for easy maintenance.
In my research, I ran across an article about a well in England called the Woodingdean Well. Planning started in 1858 to construct a new fresh water well to supply two "workhouses" (as mentioned by Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol"). Workhouses supplied food, clothing, and shelter to the indigent, but they were required to work for these benefits under often very harsh, inhumane conditions. The Woodingdean Well made good use of the workhouse labor, with laborers working around the clock. Many locals joked that they were really trying to reach the opposite side of the earth! After 4 years of digging and many twists and turns, they finally and dramatically found water at a depth of 1285 feet… 850 feet below sea level! For more on this remarkable story, click HERE.
Driven Wells
Driven wells consist of a special pipe pushed or "driven" into the ground using either hand or power equipment. The first section of pipe is perforated along the few feet to collect water from the deepest area of the well. As the first pipe is driven into the ground, a second solid pipe is attached to the first and driven further… a process repeated till the screened pipe provides sufficient water for the well. Driven wells often exceed 30 feet in depth and can access ground water at depths unheard of for dug wells. Because driven wells access water from deep in the ground, they tend to be more hygienic than dug wells since they draw water at greater depths, allowing for more natural filtration from the surrounding soil.
Obviously, a driven well would be an impossible endeavor in any area that has shallow bedrock! Each state has geological maps to indicate the feasibility of this type of well in a given location and do best in areas with deep gravel or sand, which makes driving the pipe easier and also allows for unrestricted permeability for maximal water flow as well as natural filtration. Like a dug well, driven wells use underground pipe attached to a pump within the home to supply water on-demand.
Drilled Wells
Drilled wells offer the most hygienic option by allowing water collection at depths impossible to obtain from either dug or driven wells. Modern drilling technology allows for wells of thousands of feet through bedrock! Of course, a deep drilled well is not a do-it-yourself project and requires specialized training and equipment. Even with the best well drilling team, getting water out of the ground at great depth is as much luck as science. For example, two neighbors with wells only a few hundred feet apart may find differences of hundreds of feet in the depth necessary to produce an acceptable amount of water. These differences are due to the way water flows underground, the contours of the bedrock and, well, good old Mother Nature!
If your area can accommodate a shallow drilled well (under a few hundred feet) and you feel adventurous, there will be local rental companies eager to loan you a small well drilling rig on a trailers that you can hook up to your pickup or SUV. I would suggest checking with your local home inspector or building department to be sure the final well will be approved for potable water!
Unlike dug and driven wells, drilled wells use submersible pumps to supply the water to your home. These pumps sit a number of feet above the bottom of the well, so any sediment can sink to the bottom and not clog up the pump. These pumps include backflow valves, so the water in the long supply pipe does not settle back into the well when the pump is not on. All electrical control of these systems is in inside the home, allowing you to set the high and low water pressure to suit your needs. The greater the volume of water your well can produce, the higher the pressure you can use. Since most fixtures and appliances use water saving technology, the standard settings recommended by the pump's manufacturer are typically fine; however, kicking up the pressure a bit may result in better showers and faster bucket filling! Just realize that if you water your garden with your well water (or use any other "non-restricted" valve), higher pressure will mean your well may run dry more quickly!
Inside Plumbing for Wells…
Regardless of the well type you have, your interior plumbing will be similar. All wells need a pressure switch, pressure gauge, and pressure tank. The pressure switch turns the pump on and off as needed. It has settings for "high pressure" and "low pressure". The manufacturer's instructions give guidelines as to how many pounds of pressure these two setting should differ. If the settings are too close, the well pump will cycle on and off excessively. If they are too far apart, you'll notice wide swings in pressure… most noticeable in the shower!
Now, if you had just the pressure switch you would notice the water pulse. This is because the pump would run continuously, whenever you turned on a faucet. Eliminating the pulse is the purpose of the pressure tank. The tank is partially filled with water and partially filled with air. Modern pressure tanks have an internal bladder or diaphragm that separate the water from the air. The tank keeps a balance between the pressure from the pump and the water exiting from the tank, smoothing the flow so that 1) the pump does not have to run constantly when water is needed and 2) when the pump does come on there is no pulsing or surging… just a smooth flow!
Some old pressure tanks did not have a diaphragm, so air and water mingled. The result was that, over time, the air in the tank would be absorbed by the water. The rule of thumb was when you could feel or hear the pulse of the well pump when using a fixture, it was time to recharge the tank. This was done by draining the tank of water and pressurizing the tank to a little below the desired water pressure. When you turned the water back on, the well pump would force water into the tank and compress the air.
Water Quality Considerations…
Although wells can produce the finest water available, that isn't always the case. Chemical spills can pollute even the deepest wells. In my town, there is an entire area that has unusable wells… even for watering lawns… caused by a chemical plant that, decades before, did not exercise care, resulting in the pollution of the entire local water table.
Homeowners can also pollute their wells with over-application of fertilizers, ice melt or other chemicals. I'm not implying that you should not use any chemicals. Rather, be aware what you are using and keep a distance from your well… especially if you have a shallow well that may have some surface water leakage.
There are "natural" pollutants that may or may not have health effects. Though, as I mentioned earlier, groundwater tends to be pathogen-free due to the natural filtration effect of the earth, various minerals can be dissolved in the water. These various minerals can be harmless, such as those that make water "hard" or "soft", or dangerous such as lead or arsenic.
I recommend testing your well water for quality and contaminants at least every 5 – 10 years, more often if there have been changes in your area such as earthquakes, heavy construction and/or use of explosives, which may affect the flow and quality of underground water. Solving well water quality problems requires an individual approach. For example, serious mineral issues may require whole-house water treatment since the integrity of your pipes could be at risk! Or if the problem is less severe and only affects drinking water, you might want to consider a less expensive solution such as a stand-alone Berkey water filtration unit!
In Conclusion…
Obviously, this is just an overview and there are lots of interesting well stories out there! I suggest visiting these websites or just doing a search to find many informative and educational resources
- United States Environmental Protection Agency
- General Soil Map of Texas from the USDA
- Do-It-Yourself Driven Well Project (circa 1970) from Mother Earth News
About the author: Jerry Alonzy, a.k.a. the Natural Handyman, has been an active handyman for over 30 years with experience in most areas of home repair and renovation. As a do-it-yourself author and web developer since 1995, he has been featured in USA Today, the Today Show and on radio shows, magazines, newspapers and websites, including his own at www.naturalhandyman.com.


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