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Rising kidney disease trends and health risks in Vietnam

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Medical officials in Vietnam have reported a significant rise in chronic kidney disease, affecting over 10 million people. Experts have identified a concerning trend of kidney failure among young adults in their late teens and early 20s, often requiring dialysis or transplants. Health professionals attribute this increase to improved ~~screening and detection,~~ screening, clinical issues such as glomerulonephritis, and lifestyle factors including sedentary habits, fast food consumption, and exposure to unregulated chemicals. Specific clinical cases highlight the severity of these complications, including a 25-year-old male with stage 4-5 chronic kidney disease resulting from long-term untreated hypertension and obesity, and a 28-year-old pregnant woman diagnosed with Dietary habits remain a ~~rare renin-secreting juxtaglomerular cell tumor. Recent expert analysis has further emphasized the role of dietary habits, specifically high sodium intake.~~ primary concern; Dr. Bui Thi Thuy from the Institute of Nutrition ~~noted~~ notes that consuming entire broths in traditional dishes like pho or bun can lead to excessive salt ~~intake due to seasonings and fish sauce. Although~~ intake. While average daily salt consumption in Vietnam decreased from 9.4g in 2015 to 8.1g in 2023, it remains approximately 1.6 times higher than the World Health Organization’s recommendation of less than 5g per day. ~~This high sodium intake is closely linked to hypertension, a major risk factor for kidney damage.~~ Experts ~~also~~ advise managing sugar intake and ~~maintaining hydration with~~ using plain water for hydration, noting that while moderate caffeine may be linked to ~~mitigate risks.~~ lower risks, excessive intake can raise blood pressure. Furthermore, medical leaders are highlighting the increased vulnerability of patients with chronic kidney disease and diabetes to infectious diseases. Research indicates these conditions increase the risk of shingles and the severity of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) infections. Associate Professor Nguyen Khoa Dieu Van of the Vietnam Association of Endocrinology and Diabetes has stated that vaccination should be viewed as an essential “immune shield,” as critical as managing blood sugar, blood pressure, and lipids, especially as Vietnam’s elderly population is projected to reach 18 million by 2030.

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