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Have others been diagnosed with stage 3 kidney disease from amyloidosis?

Yes, stage 3 kidney disease is a recognized complication of amyloidosis, particularly AL amyloidosis. Stage 3 kidney involvement means you have both an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) below 50 and proteinuria (protein in urine) over 5 Show Full Answer

Have others been diagnosed with stage 3 kidney disease from amyloidosis?

Yes, stage 3 kidney disease is a recognized complication of amyloidosis, particularly AL amyloidosis. Stage 3 kidney involvement means you have both an estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) below 50 and proteinuria (protein in urine) over 5 grams per day.

This staging helps doctors understand your risk level and plan appropriate care. People with stage 3 kidney disease from amyloidosis face a higher risk of needing dialysis compared to earlier stages.

What does this mean for treatment?

If you're at stage 3, your healthcare team will likely:

* Monitor your kidney function more frequently
* Adjust medications to protect your kidneys
* Watch closely for signs of progression
* Discuss potential need for dialysis or other advanced treatments

Your nephrologist plays a key role in managing kidney-related symptoms and slowing damage progression. Early detection of changes allows your care team to adjust treatment and help protect your kidney function over time.

Many people with amyloidosis experience kidney involvement, so you're not alone in facing this challenge.

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