How to treat chronic kidney disease stage 3?

My father is managing Stage 3 CKD right now. The biggest things are controlling your blood pressure and checking your creatinine levels regularly. Make sure you strictly follow the nephrologist's prescription and don't take any random painkiller tablets, they are super toxic for kidneys.

At Stage 3, the nephrologist told us that preserving remaining kidney function is the main goal. This means strict control of blood sugar and hypertension. The doctor also advised monitoring potassium and phosphorus levels, and adjusting the diet based on regular blood reports.

With Stage 3 CKD, you must consult a renal dietitian to plan your daily meals carefully. A low-protein vegetarian diet is often recommended to reduce load on kidneys, but you also have to watch out for high-potassium foods like bananas and potatoes. Never self-manage this diet.

My grandfather has stage 3, and we all had to learn about kidney care together. It sounds super scary at first, but with the right medicines and diet, people live normal lives for years. Just stick to the nephrologist's plan and don't google too much!

I know a CKD diagnosis can feel very overwhelming for the whole family. Please take comfort in knowing that Stage 3 can be managed effectively for a very long time with proper medical care. Wishing you and your family strength and good health.