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Is It Dangerous To Have Stage 2 CKD?
Hi, I just read my medical records to find that I have stage 2 CKD. I am suffering from multi-level spinal conditions with pain and wondered why my primary care physician did not make me aware. I found out by accident . Is stage 2 something that my doctor is not concerned with?
Mon, 22 Feb 2016
Hello and welcome to HCM.
As an Urologist,i can understand your concern.
CKD is a term used to denote, level of kidney function.
Stages are defined from 1-5.Stage 1 CKD, is mildly reduced kidney function.
So you've slightly reduced kidney function.
These are measured by blood test called creatinine, and urine albumin test.
By stage 3-4, one is referred to a Nephrologist, for further treatment.
If you've any other doubt,you can send them as a direct question to me.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
As an Urologist,i can understand your concern.
CKD is a term used to denote, level of kidney function.
Stages are defined from 1-5.Stage 1 CKD, is mildly reduced kidney function.
So you've slightly reduced kidney function.
These are measured by blood test called creatinine, and urine albumin test.
By stage 3-4, one is referred to a Nephrologist, for further treatment.
If you've any other doubt,you can send them as a direct question to me.
Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
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