CKD stages, one step at a time

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1. Hi, I'm Neff! Let's talk about the stages of kidney disease. We'll take it one step at a time.
2. Chronic kidney disease, or CKD, means your kidneys have been hurt over time. Now they have a harder time doing their jobs.
3. CKD is sorted into five stages. Think of them like steps on a ladder. The stages help us plan your care.
4. Your stage comes mostly from a blood test called eGFR. It shows how well your kidneys filter your blood. A urine test helps show any damage, too.
5. Stage one means your kidneys still filter well, but there are signs of damage. Stage five means kidney failure. The steps in between show more loss of kidney function.
6. One test is not the whole story. We often check again to be sure. The change has to last three months or more.
7. CKD often changes slowly. Taking care of your blood pressure and blood sugar may help slow it down. The sooner you know, the sooner you can act.
8. So ask us. What is my stage? What is my eGFR? How does it compare to last time? If it stays the same, that can mean your care is working.
9. We're here to help. Bring your questions to every visit. Let's take care of your kidneys together!

Neff's voice is AI-generated.