What is stage 3b kidney disease?

My nephrologist explained that at stage 3b, the kidneys are working at 30% to 44% capacity. They told us that the main goal is to prevent complications like anemia and bone mineral disorders by monitoring phosphorus and potassium levels.

My father has been living with stage 3b kidney disease for the last five years. He hasn't needed dialysis or anything; he just takes his blood pressure pills daily and avoids high-protein foods like red meat.

Managing stage 3b while working a high-pressure corporate job is all about systemizing. Set daily alarms for your blood pressure meds and pack your low-salt lunch from home so you aren't tempted by office cafeteria food.

I stayed up until 3 AM reading about stage 3b and almost gave myself a panic attack! Honestly, once you talk to a real doctor, you realize it just means you need to drink proper water and stop eating junk. No need to lose sleep over it like I did.

I ignored my swelling feet and high blood pressure for months, which pushed me straight into stage 3b. Please don't make the same mistake I did—get your creatinine levels checked by a proper nephrologist immediately.

When my mother reached stage 3b, we had to say goodbye to pickles, papad, and heavily salted street foods. It was tough on her foodie soul, but we replaced them with fresh, home-cooked meals spiced with lemon and cumin instead of salt.