It is also known as chronic renal failure, chronic renal disease or chronic kidney failure The loss of kidney function

n over time Chronic Kidney disease prevents the kidney from performing regular duties As kidney failure advances, the organs function is seriously impaired Kidney failure allows dangerous amounts of fluid and waste to quickly build up in the body Can be diagnosed through urine, blood tests, screenings, kidney scans & etc.

Removes toxic waste Removes excess water Helps control blood pressure Helps maintain healthy bones Red blood cell regulation Acid regulation

Stage 1: slightly weakened function (normal kidney damage) GFR 90% or above Stage 2: mild reduction( abnormalities in blood & urine) GFR 60%-89% Stage 3: moderate reduction GFR 30%-59% Stage 4: severe reduction GFR 15%-29% Stage 5: established kidney failure GFR less than 15% GFR = Glomerular filtration rate% Indicates how well the kidneys are working

Nausea Vomiting Fatigue & weakness Shortness of breath High blood pressure Chest pain Muscle cramping Frequent urination Loss of appetite itchiness

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Diabetes High blood pressure Family history of kidney failure Cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) disease Congenital disorders Urinary tract infections Drugs and toxins Immune system conditions

There has been a rise of chronic kidney failure in African American women 50 + or older CKD affects womens menstrual periods, sexuality, pregnancy and menopause Type 2 diabetes was the main risk factor for CKD in African American women

Women who have CKD, have irregular periods or they may even stop When kidney function drops below 20% of normal, a woman is less likely to conceive Women with CKD lose their interest in sex Lower hormone levels may lead to vaginal dryness or painful intercourse Some women begin changing their appearance, such as weight loss or weight gain in some cases Pregnant women with CKD tend to have higher blood pressures Premature babies

Goal: Reduce new cases of chronic kidney disease (CKD)and its complications, disability, death, and economic costs. Objectives: Reductions in the kidney disease burden Longer lives & improved quality of life for people with CKD Eliminate the disparities among kidney disease patients

University of Florida Health in Jacksonville -this programs offers Nephrology & hypertension diagnosis. -therapy for kidney diseases, offer evaluations for all forms of Chronic Kidney conditions, treatments also -they specialize in preventing & delaying the onset for kidney failure Wolfsons Children Hospital offers a program known as the Donna M. Hall Childrens Dialysis Program for children suffering with CKD in the acute or kidney failure stages. -they provide 24 hour support -they also provide treatment

National kidney disease education program -government funded -reduce the burden of CKD among communities most impacted -they provide early detection of CDK -resource center National kidney foundation -non profit health organization -they find ways to prevent kidney & urinary tract infections -focus on improving health & overall well-being

Depend on the stage of the CKD Must make immediate changes to your lifestyle ( control blood pressure & lower cholesterol levels) Dialysis treatment (replacing functions of the kidney) Kidney transplant (most effective) -Average lifespan with living transplant 11 yrs Medications to relieve anemia & swelling

Eliminate smoking Manage current medical conditions Maintain a healthy weight (be physically active) Drink alcohol in moderation Follow instructions with over the counter medications Establish Healthy eating habits

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