Kidney Disease
Learn what common causes of Kidney Failure are and
what signs may occur when identifying the disease
THE KIDNEYS FUNCTIONS
blood pressure
Kidneys help regulate blood pressure.
chemical balance
Help maintain chemical balance and fluid
balance of the body.
excess waste
Kidneys help expel excess waste & fluids
from the body
red blood cells
The kidneys notify the body when
red blood cells are needed .
CAUSES OF Kidney Failure
Long term high blood pressure
Diabetes
Exposure to toxins
Injury or Trauma to the kidneys/urinary tract
Hereditary diseases (such as polycystic kidney disease)
.
Blockage of kidney/urinary tract
* Sometimes the exact cause of kidney failure is not determined. You must ask your doctor about the cause of your kidney failure.