What is considered stage 3 kidney disease

What is Stage 3 CKD? In Stage 3 CKD, your kidneys have mild to moderate damage, and they are less able to filter waste and fluid out of your blood. This waste can build up in your body and begin to harm other areas, such as to cause high blood pressure, anemia and problems with your bones.

How long can you be in stage 3 kidney disease?

Stage 3 kidney disease means that the kidney's function has been cut by half, and most patients experience ancillary problems like high blood pressure or bone difficulties. ‌A survey of 13 studies on stage 3 kidney disease found that the all-cause mortality rate varied from 6% in 3 years to 51% in ten years.

How do you determine stage 3 kidney disease?

Stage 3 of chronic kidney disease (CKD) occurs when your estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) falls between 30-59, indicating moderate kidney damage and noticeable loss of kidney function.

Can you stop stage 3 kidney disease progressing?

While there is no way to reverse chronic kidney disease at stage 3, you can prevent disease progression by working with your nephrologist (kidney specialist) and the rest of your care team to properly manage the disease.