In a month when we remember World Health Day (April 7) and when municipalities in Santa Catarina are already registering dengue epidemics, deaths and high rates of infection with this disease, we highlight the risks of patients with chronic kidney disease becoming infected with a transmissible virus. Aedes aegypt mosquito.

In addition, there is a chance that anyone who does not have kidney disease will develop kidney-related complications if they are affected by dengue fever.

For those already suffering from chronic kidney disease, hydration is of greatest concern, as treatment for dengue requires more water intake.

Nephrologist and President of the Pro-Rim Foundation, Dr. Marcos Vieira, was interviewed by the ⁠GIRO ND program on Tuesday (11) and stated that in these cases, “observation in an observation bed, laboratory tests and controlled hydration are necessary, because patients are generally absent or reduced ability to urinate.”

In these cases, clinical and laboratory re-evaluation should be performed until BP stabilizes, fever subsides, and platelet and hematocrit values ​​improve. “The criteria for hospital stay will be determined by a medical assessment,” the specialist emphasizes.

You can listen to the full interview on kidney care here.

GIRO ND’ – Photo: Pro Rim Foundation Disclosure