There are specific things
you and your loved one can do to prevent or delay the onset of CKD.
CKD is a progressive loss of kidney function over time and doesn’t go away by
itself.
The three main causes of chronic kidney disease are DIABETES (45% of new cases), HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE (30% of new cases)
and OBESITY
If you have any of these causes, see your doctor and get an estimated GFR (Glomerular
Filtration Rate) assessment based on a simple blood test.
Are You At Risk?
Do you have… üSwelling or
numbness in feet, ankles, or hands
üChanges in urination
(frequency, color, foam in urine) üFatigue and lack of energy üDifficulty concentrating, mental
confusion üHeadaches
üItchy skin üMuscle twitching, especially in legs üLoss of appetite üMetallic taste in the mouth üNausea and/or vomiting üInsomnia üChanges in skin color (yellowish tint) üFragile bones
If you or someone you know exhibits these symptoms, it is important to get
tested for kidney disease promptly. Remember, the signs and symptoms listed
above may be due to other factors, but only your healthcare provider can give
you an accurate diagnosis.
Chronic
Kidney Disease (CKD) is the progressive loss of
kidney function over time, which may lead to end-stage renal
disease (ESRD).
End-stage
Renal Disease (ESRD) is the total and irreversible loss of
kidney function and requires treatment with either a kidney
transplant or dialysis for the rest of the person’s life.
