Chronic Kidney Disease

What is Chronic Kidney Disease❓

 Loss of kidney function over months and years ⏱

 Kidneys filter blood: waste chemicals, salts and fluids 🚰

 Common causes: diabetes, high blood pressure and getting older 

What are the symptoms of Chronic Kidney Disease❓

 Poor appetite 🍏

 Weight loss

 Muscle cramps 💪

 Ankle or leg swelling

 Needing to urinate more often 🚽

How do you diagnose Chronic Kidney Disease❓

 Blood test to check kidney function  

 Urine test 🚽

 Kidneys are graded based on function 

How do you treat Chronic Kidney Disease❓

 Blood pressure control ✅

 Good blood sugar control in diabetes 

Healthy Diet 🍏

Why should I worry about Chronic Kidney Disease❓

 Salt imbalance can lead to heart problems 

 Waste chemicals can build up in blood

 Fluid retention in the lungs 

End stage kidney failure ❌