Your kidneys perform essential work every day. They filter waste and excess fluid from the blood, help regulate blood pressure, maintain mineral balance, and support red blood cell production.
One of the biggest challenges with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is that it can develop quietly. Most people with early CKD have no noticeable symptoms, and some don’t experience symptoms until kidney disease becomes advanced.
Still, certain changes can sometimes occur and deserve attention—especially in people with diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or a family history of kidney failure.
