Overview
Renal tubular acidosis can affect children and adults. It can cause poor growth, kidney stones and weak bones if not treated.
Symptoms
- Poor growth in children
- Tiredness and muscle weakness
- Kidney stones
- Bone pain or soft bones
- Increased thirst and urination
Causes and risk factors
It can be inherited or caused by autoimmune conditions, some medicines and kidney diseases.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis uses blood and urine tests for acid, bicarbonate and potassium.
Treatment
Treatment includes alkali medicines such as sodium bicarbonate or potassium citrate and treating the underlying cause.
When to see a doctor
See a doctor if a child is not growing well or you have repeated kidney stones.
This information is for general education and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.
