Concerns About Sister's Kidney Health and Low Blood Count - #45494
My sister has kidney issues, she has done dialysis for 2times She was told she has a low blood count and was told that her kidney is not filtering She has also lost weight
How long has your sister been experiencing these kidney issues?:
- 3-6 monthsHas she noticed any other symptoms apart from weight loss?:
- Swelling in legs or feetWhat is her current diet like?:
- UncertainShop Now in Our Store


Doctors' responses
⭐ 1. What Is Happening in Her Body Based on symptoms: ✔ Kidneys not filtering properly → Waste stays in blood → Causes swelling in legs/feet → Causes weakness ✔ Low blood count (Anemia) Kidneys produce a hormone (EPO) that makes RBCs. When kidneys fail → RBCs drop → fatigue, weakness, weight loss. ✔ Weight loss Could be due to: Reduced appetite Toxin buildup Muscle loss Fluid imbalance ✔ Dialysis She has already required dialysis twice because: Fluid was building up Waste products were too high Kidneys could not keep up Dialysis may continue depending on her kidney reports. ⭐ 2. IMPORTANT: What She Needs Immediately ✔ A nephrologist (kidney specialist) must evaluate: Creatinine Urea Potassium Sodium Hemoglobin Iron studies Albumin (protein level) This guides: Whether she needs regular dialysis Whether she needs EPO injections Whether she needs blood transfusion Whether diet changes are required ⭐ 3. What YOU Can Do Safely (Very Important) 🌿 A. DO NOT give herbs like: Gokshura Punarnava Varuna Guggulu Kashayams Any tonic for kidneys Any strong Ayurvedic medicine Reason: Most of these increase potassium or burden the kidneys → dangerous. Your sister’s condition can worsen if she takes kidney herbs without supervision. 🍽 4. SAFE Kidney Diet (Very Important to Follow Daily) This diet reduces kidney load and helps swelling. ✔ Foods she can eat safely White rice Khichdi (very good) Boiled vegetables: Bottle gourd Ridge gourd Tinda Pumpkin Carrot (small amount) Moong dal (small amount) Apple Papaya Rice porridge Unsalted crackers Low-salt soups ✔ Limit: Salt (very important) Water intake → based on doctor advice Protein (too much protein worsens kidneys) ✔ Completely AVOID: Bananas Oranges Coconut water Potatoes Tomatoes Spinach Fish / meat (unless doctor allows) Beans / rajma / chana Dry fruits Bakery foods Pickles Chips High protein These foods raise potassium or load kidneys. 💊 5. Medical treatment she MAY need (Only a doctor can decide) ✔ EPO injections To treat low blood count Very common in kidney failure. ✔ Iron supplements or IV iron If anemia is from iron deficiency. ✔ Dialysis (temporary or regular) Depending on kidney function. ⭐ 6. Swelling in Legs Meaning Swelling means: Kidneys are not removing water properly Protein levels may be low Sodium intake is too high Dialysis may be required again This is a sign to see the nephrologist urgently. 💛 7. Good Signs to Watch For Appetite improving Less swelling Energy returning Stable weight ❗ 8. Danger Signs — Seek Help IMMEDIATELY Please take her to a doctor urgently if she has: Severe swelling Difficulty breathing No urine or very little urine Vomiting Confusion or drowsiness These can be life-threatening in kidney failure.

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