Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Asked 8 months ago

What are the five stages of chronic kidney disease?

My neighbor was talking about chronic kidney disease and how there are different stages. My sugar levels are a bit high, so I want to be aware. Could someone tell me what these stages are?

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Sanjay Nair Sanjay Nair Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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The stages go from 1 to 5 based on how well your kidneys filter waste, which is measured by eGFR. In the early stages (1 to 3), you can manage things easily by controlling BP, drinking enough water, and avoiding over-the-counter painkillers. It keeps the treatment simple and cost-effective.

Priyanka Gupta Priyanka Gupta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan, these stages basically show how much your kidneys are working, na. Stage 1 is almost normal, while Stage 5 is very critical kidney failure. regular eGFR and urine tests karwana zaroori hai to catch it early before it reaches the last stage.

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Kishore Patel Kishore Patel Joined May 2026 5 months ago

As a diabetic, I keep a close watch on my kidney stages because high blood sugar damages them over time. Stage 1 is normal, but by Stage 3, kidney damage is moderate, and Stage 5 is complete failure. Keep your blood sugar strictly under control and limit sodium and protein intake.

Savitri Sharma Savitri Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Drinking fresh barley water or eating bottle gourd can help keep the urinary system clean in early stages. But once the disease reaches Stage 4 or 5, kidney function is very low, and you must strictly follow a nephrologist's medical advice and dialysis if needed.

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Swami Shivanand Swami Shivanand Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Calming practices like gentle Kapalbhati and deep breathing can help reduce the mental stress of chronic illness. But remember, Stage 5 means kidney failure where dialysis is required. Keep your spirit strong and follow your doctor's treatment.

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