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Understanding Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Learning about Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) can help you better understand your health.
The Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) happens when your kidneys slowly lose their ability to work overtime. Doctors track this using a blood test called eGFR, a number that tells how well your kidneys are filtering waste.
eGFR>90
Kidneys are functioning well but may show early signs of damage and symptoms are unlikely.
eGFR: 60–89
Slight drop in kidney function, mild damage or protein in your urine, but symptoms are still unlikely.
eGFR: 45–59
Mild to moderate loss of kidney function. Some people may begin to experience fatigue or other early symptoms.
eGFR: 30–44
Moderate loss of kidney function. Waste can begin to build up in the body, causing symptoms such as swelling or fatigue.
eGFR: 15–29
Kidney damage is more serious and you may start to have symptoms like swelling, low energy, or anemia.
eGFR < 15
This is called kidney failure. Your kidneys no longer remove enough waste and symptoms may include lack of appetite, nausea, swelling, tiredness, or trouble concentrating.
