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How do doctors treat both?
Doctors manage both conditions by carefully balancing medications and lifestyle changes. For example, some heart medicines can impact kidneys, so doctors adjust doses or choose alternatives. The new European rules highlight the importance of this integrated approach, ensuring patients get treatments that benefit both their heart and kidney health, preventing further complications.
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