How to treat heart failure caused by kidney failure
Disease description:
I was diagnosed with kidney failure a year ago, and recently I have been experiencing discomfort in my heart. After an examination, I was diagnosed with heart failure. I would like to ask what I should do in this situation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Guang
Renal failure-induced heart failure is a multifaceted treatment process. Below are some suggested treatment approaches:
1. Control underlying diseases: It is important to actively manage renal failure itself, which may include dialysis treatment and medication to control hidden causes such as hypertension and diabetes.
2. Use of diuretics: Diuretics such as loop diuretics can help reduce fluid accumulation in the body, alleviate the burden on the heart, and improve heart failure symptoms.
3. Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers: These medications help lower blood pressure, reduce kidney damage, and also have therapeutic effects on heart failure.
4. Dietary adjustments: Strictly control salt intake and increase dietary fiber consumption, such as eating more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins, like apples and spinach.
5. Rest: Ensure at least 8 hours of adequate sleep daily and avoid long-term sleep deprivation to reduce the burden on the heart.
6. Correction of anemia: Renal anemia is a common complication of renal failure; treating anemia through blood transfusions or medications such as erythropoietin can help improve cardiac function.
