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Hi, I'm Neff! Let's talk about
the stages of kidney disease.

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We'll take it one step at a time.

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Chronic kidney disease, or CKD, means
your kidneys have been hurt over time.

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Now they have a harder
time doing their jobs.

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CKD is sorted into five stages.
Think of them like steps on a ladder.

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The stages help us plan your care.

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Your stage comes mostly from
a blood test called eGFR.

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It shows how well your
kidneys filter your blood.

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A urine test helps show any damage, too.

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Stage one means your kidneys still filter
well, but there are signs of damage.

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Stage five means kidney failure.

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The steps in between show
more loss of kidney function.

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One test is not the whole story.
We often check again to be sure.

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The change has to last
three months or more.

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CKD often changes slowly.

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Taking care of your blood pressure
and blood sugar may help slow it down.

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The sooner you know,
the sooner you can act.

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So ask us. What is my stage?
What is my eGFR?

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How does it compare to last time?

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If it stays the same,
that can mean your care is working.

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We're here to help.
Bring your questions to every visit.

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Let's take care of your kidneys together!