Causes

Causes • Quiz • Know Your Numbers

Chronic Kidney Disease can affect anyone. Talk to your doctor about getting a kidney function screening.

 

The Northwest Kidney Centers offers free screenings  at various community events all over the Puget Sound Region. Click here to receive information about our next scheduled kidney screening event.

Leading Causes of Kidney Disease:

• diabetes
• high blood pressure
• obstructions, such as kidney stones or cysts
• inherited diseases, such as polycystic kidney disease
• overuse of prescription, over-the-counter, or illegal drugs
• infections