Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy is an amazing science for the cases of chronic renal failure if used
judiciously and in combination with conventional allopathic treatment.
Before delving into homeopathic treatment let us first discuss the conventional or allopathic treatment available.
There are three procedures in allopathy for CRF / CKD:
- Symptomatic medicines with some specific medicines to control the causative disease
such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and so on.
- Dialysis (Hemodialysis or Peritoneal dialysis).
- Kidney transplantation.
In conventional / allopathic treatment angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors
or angiotensin II receptor antagonists is used, as they have been found to slow
the progression of CKD to stage 5. Although the use of ACE inhibitors and ARBs represents
the current standard of care for patients with CKD, patients progressively lose
kidney function while on these medications, as seen in the IDNT and RENAAL studies,
which reported a decrease over time in estimated glomerular filtration rate.
In conventional / allopathic treatment the medicines and their dosage changes
with the stage of the disease in contrast to homeopathy wherein a detailed case
taking is done and a constitutional medicine is prescribed which not only helps
the poor kidneys but also treats the underlying cause of the disease irrespective
of the stage of the disease.
The duration after which dialysis is required gradually reduces and the kidneys
ultimately give up. Chronic dialysis patient depends on a machine for his life.
These patients develop a variety of psychiatric and neurologic disorders. A neurologic
disorder 'Dialysis dementia' is a characteristic example.
Not all can afford to get a kidney transplant done as it is very costly and tissue
rejection issues makes it tough to get a kidney for a transplant as there is very
high percentage of rejection of new kidney.
All these procedures do not cure chronic renal failure (CRF) but instead they keep
a person alive by performing the crucial functions of the kidneys.
Damaged kidneys cannot be repaired with the allopathic treatment. Modern medicine
try to facilitate the bodily waste products to pass out by the process of dialysis
through artificial or by transplanted natural kidney. Though homeopathy does not
provide any substitute (dialysis or new kidney) for any organ (kidney) but it can
revive the damaged organ if taken along with the allopathic / conventional treatment
in many cases.
Homeopathic medicines along with allopathic treatment not only repairs the damaged
kidneys but side by side it helps in maintaining the normal blood sugar level and
blood pressure.
Kidney patients of any stage should start homeopathic treatment earliest possible
for avoiding passing into the complete renal damage. Patients who are on dialysis
can expect less frequent dialysis by taking the treatment.
Patients who are waiting for renal transplantation should start the treatment along
with allopathic treatment which can stop the urgent need of kidney donor which means
nothing is too late for homeopathy treatment.
It helps in reducing the side effects of the allopathic treatment improving the
life of a patient.
An extensive study conducted at CCRH (Central council of research in Homeopathy,
New Delhi, Govt. of India) concluded that homeopathy with its individualized therapeutic
approach including the psychological aspect of the patients goes a long way not
only in a better recovery of renal failure but also in minimizing the number of
cases proceeding to hemodialysis and renal transplant and overcoming effectively
the complications of chronic dialysis therapy.
There are 180 medicines which give great relief in chronic renal failure (CRF) or
chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, the correct choice and the resulting relief
is a matter of experience and right judgment on the part of the physician. The treatment
is decided after thorough case taking of the patient. Thus homeopathic remedies
are designer made unlike allopathy in which all patients receive the same surgery,
hemodialysis, renal transplant, drugs although trade name may be different.
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What is chronic renal failure (CRF) or chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a worldwide public health problem and is now recognized
as a common condition that is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular
disease and chronic renal failure (CRF).
It is the slow progressive loss of kidney function over the span of years, resulting
in permanent kidney failure. Chronic kidney disease is common and may go undiagnosed
until the process is far advanced and renal failure is on the horizon.
Chronic kidney failure occurs when disease or disorder damages the kidneys so that
they are no longer capable of adequately removing fluids and wastes from the body
or of maintaining the proper level of certain kidney-regulated chemicals in the
bloodstream.
It is irreversible, and will eventually lead to total kidney failure, also known
as end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
In the United States, there is a rising incidence and prevalence of kidney failure,
with poor outcomes and high cost. Kidney disease is the ninth leading cause of death
in the United States of America. Data from the United States Renal Data System (USRDS)
indicated that there has been an increase of 104% in the prevalence of chronic renal
failure (CRF) between the years 1990-2001. There is an even higher prevalence of
the earlier stages.
Stages
- Stage 1: Slight kidney damage with normal or increased filtration.
Glomerular filteration rate (GFR) or output of the kidneys more than 90.
- Stage 2: Mild decrease in kidney function. GFR 60-89.
- Stage 3: Moderate decrease in kidney function. GFR 30-59.
- Stage 4: Severe decrease in kidney function. GFR 15-29.
- Stage 5: Kidney failure. GFR less than 15 or dialysis.
All individuals with a glomerular filtration rate (GFR) greater than 60 ml/min/1.73
m2 for 3 months are classified as having chronic kidney disease, irrespective of
the presence or absence of kidney damage.
The loss of protein in the urine is regarded as an independent marker for worsening
of renal function and cardiovascular disease. Hence, British guidelines append the
letter "P" to the stage of chronic kidney disease if there is significant protein
loss.
Stage 1
Slightly diminished function : Kidney damage with normal or relatively high GFR
(>90 ml/min/1.73 m2). Kidney damage is defined as pathologic abnormalities or markers
of damage, including abnormalities in blood or urine test or imaging studies.
Stage 2
Mild reduction in GFR (60-89 ml/min/1.73 m2) with kidney damage : Kidney damage
is defined as pathologic abnormalities or markers of damage, including abnormalities
in blood or urine test or imaging studies.
Stage 3
Moderate reduction in GFR (30-59 ml/min/1.73 m2) : British guidelines distinguish
between stage 3A (GFR 45-59) and stage 3B (GFR 30-44) for purposes of screening
and referral.
Stage 4
Severe reduction in GFR (15-29 ml/min/1.73 m2) : Preparation for renal replacement
therapy
Stage 5
Established kidney failure (GFR <15 ml/min/1.73 m2, or permanent renal replacement
therapy (RRT)
Causes & symptoms
Kidney failure is triggered by disease or a hereditary disorder in the kidneys.
Both kidneys are typically affected. The most common causes include:
- Diabetes: Diabetes mellitus (DM), both insulin dependent (IDDM) and non-insulin
dependent (NIDDM), occurs when the body cannot produce and / or use insulin, the
hormone necessary for the body to process glucose. Long-term diabetes may cause
the glomeruli, the filtering units located in the nephrons of the kidneys, to gradually
lose functioning.
- Glomerulonephritis: Glomerulonephritis is a chronic inflammation of the glomeruli,
or filtering units of the kidney. Certain types of glomerulonephritis are treatable,
and may only cause a temporary disruption of kidney functioning.
- Hypertension: High blood pressure is unique in that it is both a cause and a major
symptom of kidney failure. The kidneys can become stressed and ultimately sustain
permanent damage from blood pushing through them at an excessive level of pressure
over a long period of time.
- One of the major reasons is the abuse of allopathic medicines like pain killer,
anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics which are nephrotoxic (toxic to kidney) and
can develop into CRF.
Less common causes are:
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Reflux nephropathy
- Kidney stones
- Prostate disease
- Kidney cancer
- Reflux nephropathy
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Amyloidosis
- Sickle cell anemia
- Alport syndrome and oxalosis
Signs & symptoms
Early symptoms such as those of slower onset chronic kidney failure:
- Fatigue
- Restlessness
- Reduced urine
Total lack of urine. Uremia which is an increase in waste products in the blood
causes various symptoms:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Seizures
- Coma
Prevention
Some ways to help prevent or slow down the onset include:
- Monitoring blood pressure regularly.
- Taking treatment for chronic diseases such as diabetes, lupus, and hypertension.
- Avoid smoking : For people with diabetes, smoking can speed up the damage to the
small blood vessels in the body.
- Not abusing overthecounter medications.
- Getting treatment for urinary tract infections or any type of urinary problems as
soon as possible.
- Reducing autoimmunity activity.
Diet
- Have limiting fluids.
- Eating a low protein diet (this may be recommended).
- Restricting salt, potassium, phosphorous, and other electrolytes.
- Getting enough calories if you are losing weight.