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HOW LONG CAN SOMEONE LIVE WITH CKD ?

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is not an immediate death sentence.
Many people live for YEARS — even decades — with proper care and early treatment.

🔶 The earlier CKD is discovered, the better the outcome
🔶 Controlling blood pressure and diabetes can slow kidney damage
🔶 Healthy eating, exercise, and avoiding harmful drugs help protect the kidneys

🔶 Some people may eventually need dialysis or a kidney transplant
🔶 Regular checkups and lab tests are very important

Many people don’t know they have CKD until it becomes severe because kidney disease can stay silent for a long time.
Don’t ignore signs like:
🔸 Swollen legs
🔸 Foamy urine
🔸 Constant tiredness
🔸 Poor appetite
🔸 Difficulty breathing
Early detection can save kidney function — and save lives.

ANTI-MALARIA DRUGS AND THE KIDNEYS: ARE THEY SAFE?

Malaria treatment is common, especially in Nigeria, and many people self-medicate without proper testing.

Most anti-malaria medicines are generally safe when correctly used. However:
🔶 Overdose
🔶 Fake drugs
🔶 Wrong combinations
🔶 Frequent unnecessary use
🔶 Mixing with herbal products

…can increase health risks.
People who already have kidney disease should be extra careful and seek proper medical guidance before treatment.

Proper diagnosis matters. Not every fever is malaria.