Posted: 02/06/07 - 00:00 Post subject: Kidney Problems and Alcohol
Is it possible that my kidney problems are related with the fact I am drinking alcohol? I am not alcoholic, but I do drink sometimes. My sister said that it will damage my kidneys. Is that right?
If you are among the People who have an increased risk of developing kidney disease, you should have a test for protein in their urine and a blood test to check their level of kidney function. She has right; drinking alcohol can hurt your kidneys in many ways and can increase the chance of needing dialysis. It increases your chance of developing HBP, a leading cause of kidney disease and can interfere with your medicines and make it harder to control your pressure.
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