Chronic Kidney Disease Overview

Chronic Kidney Disease

• Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition where there is a slight or major abnormality in the kidney, but it is not kidney failure.
• Most cases of CKD are controllable, but if not, it can progress to kidney failure, impacting 2 out of every 100 people. Severe cases can lead to death.
• Treatments vary depending on the individual, with options like ACE inhibitors or ARB statins.

Symptoms

• Foamy urine
• Tiredness and sleeping issues
• Itchy and dry skin
• Nausea
• Loss of appetite
• Weight loss without trying
• Numbness
• Shortness of breath
• Vomiting
• Fishy or ammonia-like breath

Causes

• Obesity
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Age over 60
• Previous kidney issues
• Smoking or using tobacco products
• Family history

Possible Disabilities

• There is a potential for loss of movement or difficulty with basic movements.

Support Groups

• Kidney health community programs available to help people with CKD
• Kidney Foundation of Canada provides advice and support.

Websites

• National Kidney Foundation websites provide information on CKD symptoms, causes, and treatment.
• NHS (National Health Service) offers information on chronic kidney disease.
• SaskHealthAuthority provides information about the Kidney Health Community Program.
• Information about the association of CKD with disability in the US and PMC (PubMed Central).
• Questions to ask your GP about kidney disease.

Skills Learned (from image)

• Rotating and creating smooth movements with 3D models
• Making multiple shapes move smoothly
• Grouping and flipping shapes to different axes

This quiz provides an essential overview of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), including its symptoms, causes, and potential disabilities. Learn about the common treatments and the importance of support groups available for individuals affected by CKD. Test your knowledge on this significant health condition.