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Thinking ahead — about having kids, preventing infectious diseases and more — can help you thrive with this chronic kidney disease
Social support, educational resources and mental healthcare can positively impact your kidney health
Your nephrologist can help you better understand your diagnosis, treatment options and what to expect going forward
Long-term, heavy alcohol use can double your risk of chronic kidney disease
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Overweight and obesity increase your CKD risk, and may speed disease progression in people who have the condition
Regular visits with your nephrologist, at-home testing and symptom tracking ensure you’re doing all you can to preserve kidney function
Testing can both reveal the likelihood that you’ll pass on complement 3 glomerulopathy and identify possible treatments
Expect some new prescriptions, as well as recommendations to avoid other medications
You may not notice any symptoms of kidney disease until later stages
When you have kidney disease, low-sodium and nutrient-rich foods are the dietary ‘golden rules’
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