common causes Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) has several common causes, which can be broadly categorized into conditions that directly damage the kidneys or reduce their function over time. The main causes include: ### 1. **Diabetes Mellitus (Diabetic Nephropathy)** - The leading cause of CKD worldwide. - High blood sugar levels damage kidney blood vessels, leading to impaired filtration. ### 2. **Hypertension (Hypertensive Nephropathy)** - The second most common cause. - Chronic high blood pressure damages the kidneys' small blood vessels and nephrons. ### 3. **Glomerulonephritis** - Inflammation of the kidney's filtering units (glomeruli). - Can be caused by autoimmune diseases, infections, or unknown triggers. ### 4. **Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)** - A genetic disorder causing cyst formation in kidneys, leading to progressive loss of function. ### 5. **Chronic Obstructive Uropathy** - O...