Kidney Disease Guide: Diet, Creatinine and Symptoms

Managing stage 3 chronic kidney disease requires a specific diet to lower creatinine levels and prevent protein leaks. Understanding the causes of kidney scarring and swollen kidneys is vital for preserving renal function.

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What Are the Causes of Decreased Kidney Function?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Rebecca Dahlberg, MD

Decreased kidney function is a common medical condition. The causes of decreased kidney function fall into two categories, acute and chronic. A sudden decrease in kidney function, within hours to days, is called acute kidney injury or AKI.