Kidneys

Diabetes is the number one cause of chronic kidney (or renal) failure in the U.S., and kidney disease among people with diabetes has more than doubled in the past decade. According to the National Kidney Foundation, approximately 30% of people with long-term type 1 diabetes (about one in three) will develop kidney disease. The good news is that with early detection and proper treatment, kidney disease can be slowed and, in some cases, reversed.

About Diabetic Kidney Disease Kidney disease has been considered a progressive condition that will eventually lead to renal failure. But early detection can actually save kidney function. Learn what signs to look for.	Kidney Disease in the United States According to statistics, approximately 20 million Americans have kidney disease. Get more stats here.
How Your Kidneys Work Kidneys are vital organs, performing many functions to keep your blood clean and chemically balanced. Learn how they work here.	Chronic Kidney Disease Getting an early diagnosis of chronic kidney disease (diabetic nephropathy) and treating your diabetes can help limit the kidney damage and may prevent kidney failure where dialysis becomes necessary.
Causes of Chronic Kidney Disease The cold weather and winter holidays can bring special challenges to people with diabetes. Here are some tips for staying well this season.	Living with Kidney Disease Can you live a normal life with kidney disease? The answer may surprise you.
Sodium, Fluid, & Chronic Kidney Disease Consuming less liquid and eating a low-sodium diet can help to reduce the amount of excess fluid in the body caused by chronic kidney disease.	Treatment Options for Kidney Failure Once kidney function diminishes to less than 10 to 15% and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) occurs, dialysis or transplant are the only treatment options.
What is Dialysis? Do you know what dialysis is and which modality is best for you? Find out.	Blood Pressure & Kidney Disease What do diabetes and high blood pressure have in common? Chronic kidney disease, among other things.
What Are the Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease? There are five stages of chronic kidney disease, which can be determined by the glomerular filtration rate (GFR).	What is Anemia? Anemia is a condition that results when red blood cell levels fall below normal ranges.
Understanding GFR: A Guide for Patients Your glomerular filtration rate (GFR) is a measure of how well your kidneys are filtering wastes from your blood.	Healthy Kidney To keep your kidneys healthy, check your blood pressure, blood sugar, and protein.
Kidney Education Take advantage of free, easy-to-follow educational courses about kidney disease.

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by Nicole Purcell

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