After the age of 40, the risk of kidney cancer increases noticeably. Although age and genetics are important factors, lifestyle choices are also a major factor in determining a person's likelihood of contracting the illness.

"Treating your kidneys is not simply about staying healthy; it's about making deliberate decisions throughout your life to help you maintain kidney health over the long term," said Dr. Pushpinder Gulia, head of robotic oncosurgery and surgical oncology at CK Birla Hospital in Gurugram. As an oncologist, I constantly remind patients that maintaining good kidney health requires consistent effort over many years.

Additional recommendations for lowering the risk of renal cancer were made by Dr. Pushpinder Gulia:

1. Do not smoke at all:

Tobacco use remains one of the leading causes of kidney cancer. Even occasional smoking exposes the kidneys to harmful chemicals and impairs blood flow. Quitting tobacco as early as possible can significantly reduce your long-term risk.

2. Maintain a healthy weight and stay active:

Excess weight is associated with increased risk of kidney tumors, in part through insulin resistance and chronic inflammation. Uncomplicated, regular physical activity like 30 minutes of brisk walking a day can control weight and promote kidney function.

3. Use pain medications with caution:

Young adults usually take over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen for headaches or muscle pains. Although infrequent use is usually okay, frequent use or taking it over a long period of time can hurt the kidneys and maybe increase the risk of cancer. Use medicine as recommended and see a doctor if you take it often. 

4. Keep blood pressure and blood sugar under control:

Uncontrolled diabetes and high blood pressure are strongly linked with kidney disease and kidney cancer. They can remain undetected in their initial stages, so regular screening is necessary. Controlling them by medicines, diet, and low salt and sugar consumption can safeguard kidneys.

5. Add kidney tests to your check-ups:

If you've had a good family history of kidney problems or are exposed to chemicals at work, talk to your doctor about adding kidney function tests or imaging scans such as ultrasounds to your regular checkups. Early diagnosis makes a difference.

6. Stay well hydrated:

Keeping hydrated aids the kidneys in flushing out waste products well. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water per day unless you have a medical condition for which your doctor recommends something else.

7. Restrict exposure to toxic chemicals:

People with prolonged exposure to industrial chemicals, pesticides, or heavy metals need to take extra precautions with regular screenings. Use protection when working with household or gardening chemicals and attempt to restrict unnecessary exposure. 

8. Notice new or unusual symptoms:

Symptoms such as unintended weight loss, hematuria, or persistent pain in the back should never be taken lightly, particularly among elders. They could be early symptoms of kidney cancer and need to be evaluated at once by a physician.

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