Radha Murthy Radha Murthy Asked 4 months ago

What is third stage kidney disease?

My relative was recently told she has 'third stage kidney disease'. I'm worried and trying to understand what this means. Is this a serious stage, and what are the implications for her health?

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Arjun Patel Arjun Patel Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Stage 3 kidney disease means your kidneys are moderately damaged and aren't filtering blood as well as they should. It's a critical point to manage lifestyle. Focus on a balanced diet, control blood pressure and sugar, and definitely stay active within your doctor's recommendations. Exercise can help manage related conditions, but always with medical guidance.

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined May 2026 4 months ago

For stage 3 kidney disease, diet becomes incredibly important. You need to be very careful with protein, sodium, and potassium intake. Often a low-phosphorus diet is also recommended. It's not about just being vegetarian, but about specific nutrient control. A renal dietitian is key for managing this, please consult one to get a proper diet plan.

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Rakesh Singh Rakesh Singh Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Haan, stage 3 kidney disease matlab kidney thoda damage ho gaya hai aur theek se kaam nahin kar raha. Ismein filtration rate thoda kam ho jaata hai. Yeh important stage hai jahan par doc ki baat sunke properly diet aur medicine follow karna padta hai, na toh problem badh sakti hai. Dhyaan rakho!

Suresh Kumar Suresh Kumar Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

My child was diagnosed with early stage kidney issues, so I've learned a lot. Stage 3 kidney disease means there's moderate loss of kidney function. It's a stage where consistent medical care and strict diet management are crucial to prevent further progression. Regular doctor visits and monitoring are non-negotiable. Please follow all your doctor's advice carefully.

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Priya Kapoor Priya Kapoor Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Stage 3 kidney disease? Oh boy, kidneys are like our body's personal water filters, and stage 3 means they're doing a C-minus job instead of an A-plus. Not great, but also not the end of the world. It means you really need to work with your doctor to give them a break and slow down any more damage. Time to be super nice to your kidneys!

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