Kidney Disease

Kidney Disease

The role of the kidneys is to remove waste products and extra water from the blood. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is when the kidneys don't work as they should, waste products start to build up in the blood. Learn about treatment choices and ways to maintain your quality of life.

The role of the kidneys is to remove waste products and extra water from the blood. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is when the kidneys don't work as they should, waste products start to build up in the blood. Learn about treatment choices and ways to maintain your quality of life.

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Understanding your condition

Being diagnosed with CKD can be overwhelming. Below are helpful videos and information to help you learn more and better understand CKD

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Managing your condition

Learn more about managing CKD by making lifestyle changes and taking medications as prescribed by your doctor.

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Healthy living

Developing healthy eating habits, being active and maintaining a healthy weight can help you live well with CKD.

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Take a class

The Health Enhancement department at Optum offers a Living with Chronic Kidney Disease program. To sign up, click here.

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