Kidney Disease - What You Should Know - Anjay Rastogi, MD - UCLAMDChat

Explore the essential aspects of chronic kidney disease with UCLA nephrologist Dr. Anjay Rastogi in this informative talk. Gain insights into kidney function, diagnostic methods, and disease stages. Learn about the causes of chronic kidney disease, including high blood pressure, and understand the importance of blood pressure control. Discover treatments like Epogen and strategies for managing acid load, electrolytes, and fluid balance. Conclude with valuable tips on maintaining kidney health and participate in a Q&A session to address your concerns about kidney disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Introduction
Kidneys
What do kidneys do
Blood test
Kidney size
Chronic kidney disease
CKD stages
Causes of CKD
Epogen
High Blood Pressure
Blood Pressure Control
Acid Load
Electrolytes
Fluid
Summary
How to keep your kidneys healthy
Questions