Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Asked 10 months ago

What is 3rd stage kidney disease?

A family friend was just diagnosed with '3rd stage kidney disease'. We're all trying to understand what this means for him and his treatment. Can someone please explain what 3rd stage kidney disease is in simple terms?

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Arvind Swamy Arvind Swamy Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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Stage 3 kidney disease means your kidneys have moderate damage and are split into 3a and 3b. Don't waste time on self-diagnosis; immediately book a consultation with a nephrologist to get a proper treatment plan in place.

Rohit Shinde Rohit Shinde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Actually, Stage 3 kidney disease means your kidney function is down to 30-59%, yaar. It is a big warning sign to change your lifestyle. Cut out the junk food and soft drinks immediately, and get your blood pressure checked regularly.

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Shalini Roy Shalini Roy Joined Feb 2026 9 months ago

In Stage 3 kidney disease, the eGFR is between 30 and 59 mL/min. My husband's doctor explained that the goal here is to prevent progression to later stages. This involves strictly managing blood sugar, controlling blood pressure, and avoiding nephrotoxic drugs.

Baba Ramdev Vibe Baba Ramdev Vibe Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Stage 3 kidney disease is when the kidneys are under stress and need gentle care. Practicing daily pranayama and deep breathing helps reduce physical stress and maintains internal harmony. Along with this, eat simple, easily digestible home-cooked meals.

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Nisha Mehta Nisha Mehta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

At Stage 3, managing what you eat is absolutely crucial. You have to be very careful with protein, sodium, and sometimes potassium levels depending on your reports. Please consult a qualified renal dietician to plan your vegetarian meals safely.

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