When your kidney function declines, your kidneys are less able to filter waste products out of the blood. This can cause a build-up, called uremia. In stage 3 CKD, you also become more likely to have related complications, including:. To diagnose CKD stage 3, your doctor will perform the following tests:. As previously mentioned, the first two stages of CKD are largely asymptomatic. Kidney disease symptoms typically start to appear in stage 3 CKD. Back pain, specifically in your lower back, can be an indication of kidney disease.
This image is by rawpixel. Potential symptoms of stage 3 kidney disease include:. While stage 3 kidney disease indicates a decline in kidney function, there are still many treatment options available to manage the disease and symptoms, as well as slow disease progression. Regular exercise is one of the important lifestyle changes you can make to slow disease progression. This image is from Freepik. They will develop a treatment plan that fits your unique situation, including regular kidney check-ups.
Stage 3a: Kidney damage with mild to moderate loss of kidney function, eGFR of Stage 3b: Kidney damage with moderate to severe loss of kidney function, eGFR of Stage 3 of chronic kidney disease CKD occurs when your estimated glomerular filtration rate eGFR falls between , indicating moderate kidney damage and noticeable loss of kidney function. This stage is separated into 2 sub-stages: stage 3a kidney disease with an eGFR of and stage 3b with an eGFR of It's important to see your doctor regularly to discuss any changes in your lab values or any symptoms you may be experiencing.
Your goal at stage 3 kidney disease is to slow progression. It's also a good time to find a kidney doctor nephrologist to oversee your care. Symptoms of stage 3 kidney disease Many people do not experience symptoms of kidney disease until the later stages when kidney failure has occurred.
Possible stage 3 kidney disease symptoms and signs include: Changes in urination Swelling in your hands or feet Weakness or fatigue Dry or itchy skin Back pain Muscle cramping. Steps to take at stage 3 kidney disease. Make healthy lifestyle choices —Eating a kidney-friendly diet, quitting smoking , exercising, and maintaining a healthy weight can help you slow progression at stage 3 kidney disease.
Signs of kidney damage could be protein in your urine pee or physical damage to your kidneys. Here are some ways to help slow down the damage to your kidneys in Stage 1 kidney disease:. Most of the time, an eGFR between 60 and 89 means your kidneys are healthy and working well.
But if you have Stage 2 kidney disease, this means you have other signs of kidney damage even though your eGFR is normal. Here are some ways to help slow down the damage to your kidneys in Stage 2 kidney disease:. An eGFR between 30 and 59 means that there is some damage to your kidneys and they are not working as well as they should.
Many people with Stage 3 kidney disease do not have any symptoms. But if there are symptoms, there may be:. At this stage, you are also more likely to have health complications as waste builds up in your body and your kidneys are not working well, such as:. An eGFR between 15 and 30 means your kidneys are moderately or severely damaged and are not working as they should.
Q: Is it treatable? Q: What can I do if I have chronic kidney disease? A: My best advice is to Drink enough fluids—six to eight cups of non-caffeinated beverages per day.
Avoid medications such as ibuprofen and naproxen, as they may be harmful to people with kidney disease. Acetaminophen is generally safe as long as less than three grams are consumed in any hour period.
Check the instructions on all other over-the-counter medication. If they warn you not to take it if you have kidney disease, ask the pharmacist or your primary care physician for more information.
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