UK kidney health guideCKD Stage 1: What It Means and What to Ask Your Doctor
CKD stage 1 generally refers to an eGFR of 90 or above when there is other evidence of kidney damage that persists. An eGFR of 90 or above by itself does not necessarily mean that a person has CKD.
What counts as kidney damage?
Evidence can include persistent albumin in urine, structural abnormalities or other findings identified by clinicians. The diagnosis depends on the full clinical picture.
Can you feel symptoms?
Many people with early CKD have no symptoms. This is why appropriate testing and follow-up matter.
What can you do?
The right plan depends on the cause and risk factors. Your clinician may focus on blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular risk, medications, lifestyle and repeat kidney testing.
Do not assume that a normal-looking creatinine or high eGFR means no kidney issue exists.
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