During the holy month of Ramadan, many kidney disease patients wish to experience fasting. However, this decision requires a medical evaluation first, as fasting can affect the body's fluid and salt balance, putting additional strain on the kidneys. Some patients who intend to fast make a series of mistakes that can worsen their condition without realizing the danger. Below, Dr. Khalid Mazin, a kidney disease consultant at Fikri University Hospital, outlines five common mistakes made by kidney patients during Ramadan, explaining how to avoid them for a healthy and kidney-safe fast.
Five Mistakes Kidney Patients Make in Ramadan
A kidney disease expert explains five common mistakes that can worsen the condition of kidney patients during Ramadan fasting and offers tips on how to avoid negative health consequences.