Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is called a silent disease because at first, you may not feel any symptoms. When signs like constant tiredness, swollen feet, changes in urination, or nausea appear, the disease may already be serious. Chronic Kidney disease is a condition in which the kidneys are damaged and can’t filter the blood the way they should. This damage can cause wastes and fluid to build up in the body. Kidney disease can also cause other health problems.
CKD is more common in male children than in female children. In North America, Black children are two to three times more likely to develop CKD compared with white children. Kidney disease can also affect children’s lives in other ways, causing problems related to behavior, relationships, and self-esteem. Children with CKD may have difficulty concentrating and learning, and may develop language and motor skills more slowly than their peers. Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in children is a long-term, progressive loss of kidney function, often caused by congenital anomalies, hereditary diseases, or glomerulonephritis