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Reducing Your Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease

Authors:
  • Cynthia M. Johnson, MA
Publication Type:

Condition InDepth

Reducing Your Risk of Chronic Kidney Disease

These steps may help lower the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Maintain Normal Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is a common cause of CKD. The risk can be lowered by:

  • Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight
  • Exercising regularly
  • Not smoking
  • Eating a healthful diet
  • Limiting alcohol
  • Lowering stress

People who are not helped by these methods may need medicine to help lower their blood pressure.

References

  • Chronic kidney disease. Merck Manual Professional Version website. Available at: https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/genitourinary-disorders/chronic-kidney-disease/chronic-kidney-disease.
  • Chronic kidney disease. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases website. Available at: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/kidney-disease/chronic-kidney-disease-ckd.
  • Chronic kidney disease (CKD). Family Doctor—American Academy of Family Physicians website. Available at: https://familydoctor.org/condition/chronic-kidney-disease-ckd.
  • Overview of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in adults. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/overview-of-chronic-kidney-disease-ckd-in-adults.

Contributors

  • Mark S. Itzkowitz, MD, JD
Last Updated:
2022-12-01

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