Diseases
chronic kidney disease
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Overview
CKD is a condition in which the kidneys are damaged and cannot filter blood as well as they should. Because of this, excess fluid and waste from blood remain in the body and may cause other health problems, such as heart disease and stroke.
Symptoms
- nausea and vomiting
- fatigue and weakness
- loss of appetite
- urinating more or less
- sleep problems
Causes
- type 1 or type 2 diabetes
- high blood pressure
- glomerulonephritis
Risk factors
- diabetes
- smoking
- heart (cardiovascular) disease
Diagnosis
- blood tests.
- urine tests.
- imaging tests.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is chronic kidney disease?
CKD is a condition in which the kidneys are damaged and cannot filter blood as well as they should. Because of this, excess fluid and waste from blood remain in the body and may cause other health problems, such as heart disease and stroke.
What are the symptoms of chronic kidney disease?
nausea and vomiting, fatigue and weakness, loss of appetite, urinating more or less, sleep problems
What causes chronic kidney disease?
type 1 or type 2 diabetes; high blood pressure; glomerulonephritis
Which medicines are used for chronic kidney disease?
dapagliflozin
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