How to relieve thirst in uremia?

Jul 03, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Hello doctor, what should a person with uremia do if they feel thirsty?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The following methods can be used to alleviate thirst in patients with uremia: 1. Dietary adjustment: Maintain a low-salt and low-fat diet, with daily salt intake controlled at 3-6 grams. Avoid high-salt and high-sodium foods such as pickled products. Consume适量 appetite-stimulating foods or fruits with low water content, such as dried bayberries or grapes, to help relieve thirst. 2. Fluid control: Adjust fluid intake according to urine output. Daily fluid intake should be maintained at the previous day's urine output plus 500 milliliters. Patients without severe edema may drink small amounts of water, but intake must be strictly controlled. 3. Ice chips or mint: Holding small amounts of ice chips or sucking on mint tablets can reduce water consumption while alleviating thirst. 4. Medication: Treat the uremia itself and any potential complications (such as diabetes or infections) according to medical guidance and follow the physician's instructions regarding medication.