Nephrologists raise alarm over the increasing cases of chronic kidney disease (CKD) among Filipino adults and children. They urge the public to undergo annual urinalysis tests to detect protein in urine, a symptom of CKD. A webinar series called 'Usapang Bato' was also launched to raise awareness on kidney ailment.
Nephrologists on Thursday raised alarm over the rising incidence of chronic kidney disease ( CKD ) among Filipino adults and children. According to Ma. Lorna Lourdes Simangan, a pediatric nephrologist, the number of documented kidney disorders doubled to 120,000 cases in a 30-year span since the 1990s. In observance of World Kidney Day on March 14, Simangan urged the public to undergo a urinalysis test annually to determine the presence of protein in their pee, a symptom of CKD .
“Because males urinate while standing, their urine usually has bubbles. Do not flush at once the urine of your son. Wait for about 15 to 30 minutes to observe. If there are still bubbles, he needs his protein (level) be checked,” she advised. Dr. Teresita Susan Jorge of the National Kidney Transplant Institute (NKTI), meanwhile, launched the first episode of a webinar series called “Usapang Bato.”The program was produced in collaboration with the Philippine Information Agency to heighten public awareness on kidney ailment, and its prevention and management. According to Dr
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