What is the first sign of kidney problems

You can take steps to lower the risk of kidney failure.

Follow directions when taking over-the-counter medications.

Taking doses that are too high, even of common drugs like aspirin, can create high toxin levels quickly.

What can cause damage to your kidneys

This can overload your kidneys. Chronic use of certain medications, like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), can lead to kidney failure.

Many kidney or urinary tract conditions lead to kidney failure without prompt treatment.

You can help lower your risk of kidney failure by:

• eating a balanced diet
• maintaining a moderate weight
• taking prescribed and over-the-counter medications as directed and not taking more medication than is safe
• keeping conditions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, well managed and following a doctor’s advice

Kidney failure can develop suddenly or from long-term damage.

Possible causes of kidney failure can include diabetes, high blood pressure, and kidney trauma.

Chronic kidney disease progresses through five stages, ranging from mild to complete ki

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