Chronic Kidney Disease

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition characterized by a gradual loss of kidney function over time. In early stages, there may be few signs or symptoms. Advanced CKD may require dialysis or a ki

37 million Americans
Severity: Severe
Chronic Condition
Not Contagious
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At a Glance

What is it?
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition characterized by a gradual loss of kidney function over time. In early stages, there may be few signs or s
Who it affects
Adults, especially diabetics and hypertensives

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Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int
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