Treatment for chronic kidney disease stage 3

The kidneys are filtering less efficiently than expected, but treatment is usually planned around your test results, symptoms and other health conditions. Blood and urine checks can show how kidney function is changing and whether protein is leaking into the urine. High blood pressure and type 2 diabetes can affect kidney health, so controlling them is part of kidney care. Anaemia, gout, restless legs symptoms, tiredness or excessive thirst may need separate assessment rather than being assumed to come from one cause.

Take prescribed medicines as directed and tell your clinician about every medicine, supplement and painkiller you use. Some medicines need dose changes when kidney function is reduced. Keep appointments for blood pressure checks, blood tests and urine tests. A balanced eating pattern, suitable fluid advice and stopping smoking may support overall health; your clinician can tailor advice if you have swelling, heart problems or another condition. Do not start a restrictive diet or change fluid intake without individual guidance.

Arrange prompt medical advice for much less urine, new or worsening swelling, breathlessness, persistent vomiting, marked weakness or confusion. Seek urgent help for severe breathlessness, chest pain, collapse or sudden confusion. A rapid change in symptoms can need assessment even when your last kidney test was stable.

Ask which kidney tests you need, what your results mean, whether any medicines need adjustment, and which symptoms should prompt an earlier review. Ask for a personalised plan for blood pressure, diabetes, pain relief, salt, fluids and follow-up.