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Native Americans and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Native Americans have the highest rate of diabetes in the world and one of the highest rates of chronic kidney disease and renal failure also known as end stage renal disease,which can lead to dialysis.
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Risks for CKD in Hispanic Americans
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious health problem for Hispanic Americans. What can be done?
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Low Blood Sugar and Chronic Kidney Disease
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) poses a significant health risk to people with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
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The A1C Test and Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
The A1C is a test that monitors long-term blood sugar levels and indicates the risk of complications. For someone who has both diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD), it can be more difficult to rely upon A1C test results.
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Risks for Chronic Kidney Disease in African Americans
Did you know African Americans are at increased risk of developing chronic kidney disease leading to dialysis and transplant? Compared to other ethnic groups, the African American population has higher rates of diabetes and high blood pressure, which are the two leading causes of kidney disease.
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Connecting the Dots
How other health conditions affect kidneys Did you know chronic kidney disease (CKD) is often caused by other health problems? Conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease can put a lot of stress on your kidneys over time. That’s why managing these conditions is so important for protecting your kidney health. The […]
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Eyes and Chronic Kidney Disease
People who have chronic kidney disease due to diabetes or high blood pressure,which are the leading causes for end stage renal disease leading to dialysis,are also at risk for developing eye problems.
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High Blood Sugar and Chronic Kidney Disease
High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) poses a significant health risk to people with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
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How to Delay the Onset of Dialysis
While it is scary to be diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, the good news is, if you find out you have kidney disease early on there are steps you can take to help prolong kidney function and possibly prevent kidney failure so you won’t have to start dialysis. Find out what you can do to help delay the onset of dialysis.
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Your Kidney Healthcare Team
Has your doctor started talking about nephrologists, dietitians and other specialists that you haven’t heard before? Understanding and accessing all the expert resources you have at your disposal is an important part of controlling your kidney disease and overall health. Get to know your new all-star team.