common causes Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
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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...