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Guides for our patients

مریضوں کے لیے رہنمائی

Guide A · CKD patients

Dietary Guidance Chart

گردوں کے مریضوں کے لیے غذائی رہنمائی

Core dietary goals

Reduce load on kidneysBalance Na · K · P electrolytesIdeal protein intakeControl BP & blood sugarPrevent heart complications

General rules

عمومی اصول

Sodium

Under 2g salt daily. Avoid processed, canned and fast foods.

Protein

0.6–0.8g per kg body weight (higher on dialysis). Prefer egg whites, lean chicken, fish.

Calories

30–35 kcal per kg body weight to prevent muscle wasting.

Electrolytes

Strictly monitor Potassium (K) and Phosphorus (P) intake.

Fluids

As prescribed — typically urine output volume + 500ml.

Lifestyle

Strictly avoid smoking and tobacco.

Preferred foods

کن غذاؤں کا زیادہ انتخاب کریں

Carbohydrates: Rice, wheat, semolina (suji), maize, starch — without ghee/butter

Low-K veggies: Cabbage, cauliflower, green beans, cucumber, lauki, tori, tinda

Lean protein: Egg whites, skinless chicken, fresh fish, limited lentils

Healthy fats: Olive, canola or mustard oil; limited almonds/walnuts

Dairy: Low-fat milk/yogurt, strictly portion-controlled

Fluids: Pure water, sugar-free lemon water, herbal tea

Restricted foods

کن غذاؤں سے پرہیز یا حد کریں

High-sodium: Pickles (achar), papad, chips, processed cheese, bakery items, canned meals

High-potassium: Bananas, mangoes, apricots, dates, peaches, spinach, potatoes, tomatoes, dried fruits

High-phosphorus: Cola drinks, coffee, chocolates, whole grains, dairy, baking powder

High-fat: Deep-fried items, heavy cream, butter, ghee, fat-heavy meats

Refined carbs: White flour, bakery items, pastries, soda

Sample daily diet plan

نمونہ غذائی پلان

Breakfast

Semolina porridge · 1 boiled egg white · sugar-free lemon water or herbal tea

Lunch

2 dry rotis (no ghee) · low-potassium vegetables · limited dal · cucumber/carrot salad

Dinner

Portion-controlled boiled rice · grilled chicken or fish · low-potassium vegetable curry

Guide B · Transplant patients

General Post-Transplant Guidelines

ٹرانسپلانٹ مریضوں کے لئے عمومی ہدایات

Medications

ادویات

Take immunosuppressants (e.g. Tacrolimus) exactly on time. Never alter or skip doses. Check trough levels ~15 min before the morning dose.

Follow-up

فالو اپ

Adhere strictly to the follow-up timeline — especially during the highly critical first 15 days.

Diet

خوراک

Balanced, low-salt (under 5g/day), freshly prepared and thoroughly cooked food. No raw foods, sushi, raw eggs, unpasteurized dairy, or herbal supplements.

Fluids

پانی

Drink 2–3 liters of water daily (unless clinically restricted) to optimize graft function and flush toxins.

Infection Control

انفیکشن سے بچاؤ

Meticulous hand hygiene. Avoid crowds and sick individuals. Contact the clinic immediately for fever, cough, or burning urination.

Daily Activity

روزمرہ سرگرمیاں

Light walks only; no heavy lifting. Sleep 6–8 hours. Absolutely no smoking or alcohol.

Wound Care

ٹانکے اور زخم

Keep the incision clean and dry. No soaps or creams on stitches without approval. Suture removal typically around day 15.

Special Precautions

خاص احتیاطی تدابیر

Avoid direct sun (use medical-grade sunscreen). Consult your transplant team before vaccines or dental procedures. Run all new prescriptions by your nephrologist first.

Emergency signs — contact us immediately

فوری رابطہ کریں

Sudden decrease in urine output · fever/chills · redness, swelling or pus at incision · nausea/vomiting/persistent diarrhea · shortness of breath · sudden fluid retention · blood or foam in urine.

Guide C · Critical period

First 15 Days Protocol

ٹرانسپلانٹ کے بعد پہلے 15 دن

3

Day 3

6

Day 6

9

Day 9

12

Day 12

15

Day 15

Stitch removal milestone

Every 3 days — clinic check-up

Mandatory visit with the nephrologist on days 3, 6, 9, 12 and 15. Bring all medication logs and lab reports.

Every 3 days — RFTs & electrolytes

Renal Function Tests and electrolytes to track kidney function and salt balance.

Weekly — Tacrolimus level

Draw blood exactly 15 minutes before the morning dose, while fasting.

Day 15 — stitch removal

Surgical consultation for stitch/staple removal.

Questions about your recovery? Contact your transplant team immediately.

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