Astragalus For Kidney Failure
2013-08-22 16:10
Kidney Failure is a severe illness that may involve all the body systems, so patients might be prescribed with various medicines to control their kidney problem. Herb is a choice and here we will mainly introduce Astragalus which is a special herb that can be used to help treat kidney failure.
Astragalus is a Traditional Chinese Medicine and has been used to strengthen our body against disease for thousands of years. It medicine, it can be used to treat kidney failure, as it is an anti-inflammatory. We all know kidney failure is the final result of various kidney problem. According to clinical studies, in more than 95% cases of kidney disease, kidney damages occur due to severe renal inflammation which occurs when immune complexes deposit in kidney. Inflammation helps us remove immune complexes away from kidney, but at the same time, it cause kidney damages. Therefore, if we want to protect residual kidney function, blocking renal inflammation is very essential. Astragalus can be used to treat kidney failure, as it shows effects in blocking inflammation.
Besides, astragalus also works as a diuretic. Kidney is the organ that helps to expel excess fluid in the body. When kidney function is affected, excessive fluid build up in the body, leading to swelling. Astragalus has diuretic effects, so with it, excess fluid in the body can be discharged easily.
Lastly, as a herb, Astragalus also has antihypertensive effect. High blood pressure is a common symptom of kidney failure. Although it occurs as a result of kidney problem, if not treated effectively, it will worsen kidney condition and accelerate illness. For kidney failure patients, Astragalus can be used to help control blood pressure.
Astragalus helps to treat kidney failure, but if not used properly, side effects will be caused. Therefore, before taking Astragalus, talking with doctors about the possible side effects and proper dosage is very essential for kidney failure patients.
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