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One of the most important parts of treatment is to control the disease that is causing kidney damage. You and your doctor will create a plan to aggressively treat and manage your condition to help slow any more damage to your kidneys.
If you have diabetes, it is important to control your blood sugar levels with diet, exercise, and medicines. A persistently high blood sugar level can damage the blood vessels in the kidneys. For more information about kidney disease caused by .
If you have high blood pressure, it is also important to control your blood pressure with diet, exercise, and any medicines your doctor prescribes. The goal is to keep your blood pressure less than 130/80.
If other conditions or diseases are causing kidney damage, such as a blockage (obstruction) in the urinary tract or long-term use of medicines that can damage the kidneys, you and your doctor will work out a treatment plan.
Kidney disease can have a variety of complications. They range from uncomfortable to damaging and even life-threatening.
They include: • Anemia • High Blood Pressure • Bone Disease • Muscle Cramps • Itching
Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any signs or symptoms that worry you.
If you have a chronic medical condition that increases your risk of chronic kidney failure, your doctor is likely to monitor your blood pressure and kidney function with urine and blood tests during regularly scheduled office visits. Ask your doctor whether these types of tests are right for you.
If you are at risk for kidney disease, the most important steps you can take to keep your kidneys healthy are:
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