If the kidneys' filtering function is already impaired, it is important to slow down the progression of the disease.
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You should be aware that the warning signs and symptoms of chronic kidney disease are often ambiguous. Many patients have chronic kidney disease without knowing it. In general: Only a physician can make a clear diagnosis! Don’t diagnose yourself.
Trust your physician and consult her or him if you are not feeling well. The sooner you speak to your physician and the more open you are about your symptoms, the better your physician can react and find a suitable treatment for you. The right measures at the right time can have a decisive influence on the course of kidney disease. Unfortunately, existing chronic damage to the kidneys cannot be reversed. If complete kidney failure has occurred, the function of the kidney must be replaced. There are various options for this.
Learn how to prevent further kidney damage in the next section