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Health Vietnam's Youth Faces Rising Kidney Failure Crisis
Picture courtesy of VN Express In an increasingly concerning health trend, Vietnam is seeing a sharp rise in cases of end-stage kidney failure among its young population. Unhealthy lifestyles characterised by poor eating and sleeping habits are primarily to blame, with many young people unaware of the silent dangers lurking behind their daily routines. At Hanoi Medical University Hospital, 23-year-old Duy received shocking news – he requires immediate dialysis. Despite not smoking, his irregular eating and sleeping patterns have led to this severe condition. Dr. Nguyen Van Thanh, who has been managing Duy's case, explains that the disease had progressed due to late detection and irregular treatment, leaving dialysis or a transplant as the only options. Duy was initially diagnosed with stage IV kidney disease a year ago but, overwhelmed by academic pressures, he missed treatments and ceased taking his medication. Symptoms like severe exhaustion and nausea only prompted him to return to the hospital when it was too late. The young student now spends his days connected to a dialysis machine, reflecting on the dietary habits that contributed to his condition. Duy’s story is sadly not unique. Hoai, another young patient at the hospital, grapples with the same diagnosis at just 20 years old. Known for her gruelling schedule balancing studies and a part-time design job, Hoai often skipped meals, opting instead for fast food and caffeine. Initial symptoms were dismissed as stress-related, leading her to self-medicate. By the time professional help was sought, her kidney function had plummeted. The scale of the problem in Vietnam is significant, with over 10 million people suffering from chronic kidney disease, representing about 12.8% of the adult population. The Ministry of Health reports an annual increase of 8,000 new cases, creating a dire demand for medical resources. With only 5,500 dialysis machines available, less than 30% of patients receive necessary treatment. Hospitals like Cho Ray in Ho Chi Minh City report that 15% of their dialysis patients are under 35. Similarly, at Binh Dan Hospital, about a third of outpatients requiring dialysis are under 40. At Duc Giang General Hospital, the number of young patients needing regular dialysis has grown dramatically over the past five years. The causes, according to Dr. Thanh, include lifestyle factors such as lack of exercise, dehydration, and poor dietary choices rich in salt and sugar. The financial burden of treatments is substantial, with monthly dialysis costs ranging from VND9–15 million for those without insurance. A kidney transplant presents an even heftier financial challenge, costing between VND300–500 million, excluding ongoing medication costs. Addressing this crisis involves improving prevention and awareness strategies. Chronic kidney disease often progresses unnoticed, with symptoms like fatigue and nausea signifying advanced stages. Therefore, early detection is crucial. Vietnam is working towards increasing kidney transplants, though efforts are hindered by organ donor shortages and high operation costs. Currently, a mere 1% of sufferers undergo transplants. Doctors recommend lifestyle modifications as primary preventative measures. These include a balanced diet, adequate hydration, regular exercise, and avoidance of excessive fast foods, alcohol, and self-prescribed medications. By adopting healthier habits, the hope is to reverse the alarming trend of kidney disease impacting the youth of Vietnam. Adapted by ASEAN Now from VN Express 2025-06-26 -
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