Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is divided into five stages, which are based on eGFR test results and how well your kidneys work to filter waste and extra fluid from your blood. As the stages progress, #KidneyDisease gets worse and your kidneys are less able to work properly. That's why it is important at each stage, to take steps to slow down damage to your kidneys. More from Know Your Kidneys: https://www.kidneyfund.org/all-about-kidneys/preventing-kidney-disease/know-your-kidneys This campaign i

38 reactions | Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is grouped into five stages, based on eGFR test results from your doctor that show how well your kidneys filter waste and extra fluid from your blood. With each stage, #KidneyDisease gets worse - which means your kidneys become less able to work properly and #treatment like #dialysis or #transplant may be needed. Our short #video explains what you should know about each stage: https://fb.watch/hH0EC-GUw7/ | American Kidney Fund | Facebook