Stage 3 Renal Failure
Patients with stage 3 kidney disease face an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in addition to an increased risk of mortality. This risk is already elevated in patients with moderate or mild kidney impairment. In addition, patients with stage 3 CKD are more likely to develop left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH), a potentially fatal heart complication. In addition, anemia and hypertension may also contribute to LVH.
Life expectancy
Those with stage 3 kidney disease who are diagnosed early can live longer than those with later stages. At this point, the average life expectancy for men and women is 24 years. Still, it varies from person to person and depends on various factors, including gender and lifestyle. In addition, patients with stage 3 kidney disease are more likely to develop cardiovascular disease, which can also shorten a person’s life span.
Medication and dietary modifications may treat stage 3 chronic kidney disease. Protein is difficult for the kidneys to filter, so a lifestyle change is necessary. You can increase your life expectancy and improve your quality of life by taking steps to manage your disease and avoid complications. The objective is to prevent kidney failure as soon as possible. For this reason, doctors recommend that patients with stage 3 kidney disease discuss their treatment options, plans, and lifestyle changes with their physician.
Treatments
Patients with stage 3 kidney disease have moderately damaged kidneys and cannot effectively filter waste products from the blood. Their estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) has decreased to between 34 and 55 mL/min. This results in fluid retention and elevated blood pressure. Uremia is also brought on by the inability of the kidneys to filter waste products. The adverse effects are anemia, bone disease, and elevated blood pressure.
The treatment of stage three kidney disease should begin by addressing the underlying cause of the patient’s symptoms. If a patient’s kidneys are not functioning properly, they may require iron supplements or erythropoietin injections. In addition to nutritional supplements, calcium and vitamin D supplements may also be prescribed. Calcium and vitamin D supplementation is common among individuals without kidney disease. Still, it can cause kidney damage, so it’s important to consult a healthcare provider before taking over-the-counter medications. Depending on the severity and age of kidney disease, the prognosis for survival can vary.
Dietary changes
If you have been diagnosed with kidney disease, your doctor may recommend dietary modifications to help you manage the condition. These modifications can aid in lowering hypertension, decreasing the need for blood pressure medications, and decreasing fluid retention. Consult a dietitian to learn more about these modifications and your dietary objectives. Adhering to your dietitian’s recommendations can help slow the progression of kidney disease and improve your quality of life.
During stage three of kidney disease, it may be necessary to restrict your intake of protein, phosphorus, and potassium. Choose dairy alternatives with lower levels of these substances than cow’s milk in addition to dairy products. If you cannot consume dairy, brown rice and other grains are healthy alternatives. In addition to containing less phosphorus than white rice, brown rice is also higher in fiber. Also available are barley, wild rice, and buckwheat.
