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Chronic kidney disease (CKD), also known as chronic renal disease, is a progressive loss in renal function over a period of months or years. Chronic kidney disease is identified by a blood test for creatinine. Higher levels of creatinine indicate a decreased capability of the kidneys to excrete waste products.

Dr. Mark Rausch reviewed this

26 year experience in Emergency Medicine

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

Symptoms

Confusion
Leg swelling
Decreased urination
Swelling in one leg
Swelling of legs
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