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Medical Conditions - Chronic Kidney Disease

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-lasting decline in kidneys' functioning, usually lasting longer than three months. CKD occurs in five stages, where mild damage is stage 1, and complete failure of kidney functions is seen in stage 5. CKD commonly occurs due to high blood pressure and sugar and can result in anemia, bone disease, and heart problems.

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At 38, is it safe to get pregnant with stage 3 CKD?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Yes, chronic kidney disease can affect your reproductive hormones and menstrual cycle.

Answered By
Dr. Ali Osman

Dr. Ali Osman

At 39, can my pregnancy affect my CKD related kidney damage?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and can understand your concern.Pregnancy with Stage 3 chronic kidney disease (CKD) is considered high-risk.

Can I have sex after kidney transplant failure?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sorry for the late reply.

Why does CKD at 63 progress more slowly in some people?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your question has been reviewed in detail, and I will be glad to assist you with it.

Why is CKD at 20 often diagnosed late?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is awful hearing that your brother has been diagnosed with the condition.

Answered By
Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

How to manage postmenopausal osteoporosis at 62 years of age?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern regarding gastric irritation while managing osteoporosis.

How can a 28-year-old manage stage 3 CKD effectively?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I am sorry to hear about your discomfort.

Can fasting slow disease progression in people with CKD?

Hello, Welcome to iCliniq. I have read your question and understand your concern. At 74 years old with chronic kidney disease, you have to be careful about fasting.

Can low BP cause a sudden eGFR drop in my grandmother at 81?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. I have carefully reviewed the details you provided about your grandmother's health.

How to slow stage 3 chronic kidney disease progression at 52?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.comI have read your query and understand your concern.Several important steps can help slow the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and preserve kidney function.

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