Chronic Kidney
Disease
Introduction
Chronic kidney disease occurs when the kidneys are damaged or
have structural problems that prevent them from filtering blood
effectively over a period of at least three months.The kidneys are
vital organs that filter blood, remove waste, regulate fluid and
electrolyte balance, and produce hormones essential for overall
health
Causes & Development
The main causes of chronic kidney disease
(CKD) are diabetes and high blood pressure,
which together account for most adult
cases. Diabetes damages kidney filters over
time, while high blood pressure harms
kidney blood vessels. Other contributors
include heart disease, obesity, older age, and
family history.
Symptoms, Diagnosis &
Treatment
Conclusion
Chronic kidney disease is a
At the early stages there are no symptoms but as it long‑term condition, but
progresses it can cause changes of urine, swelling, understanding its causes and
symptoms helps people take
weakness, nausea, cramps, dry skin and more.
better care of their health.
The diagnoses is through a combination of blood
With early testing and
healthier choices, many
and urine tests. CKD has a treatment but no cure
although it focuses on blood pressure, blood complications can be avoided,
making kidney care an
suger for the diabetes patients, excercise and to
important part of staying
have a low salt diet
well.