Iron Deficiency Anemia & Chronic Kidney Disease
IDA and chronic kidney disease share similar symptoms.
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a medical condition characterized by a decline in kidney function over time. Various types of anemias exist in patients living with CKD, and IDA is a type of anemia that may also be present. The main causes of IDA in CKD patients may include impaired intestinal absorption of dietary iron, blood loss, chronic inflammation and increased iron requirements during therapy with erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs). Individuals with early-stage CKD and anemia may not experience any symptoms. In addition, people with CKD may develop anemia as their condition progresses.
It's important to remember that IDA and CKD share similar symptoms, including:
- Fatigue
- Chest pains
- Shortness of breath
This is why if you have CKD, you should speak with your doctor about getting your iron levels tested. That way, the symptoms and condition can be managed appropriately.
This is why if you have CKD, you should speak with your doctor about getting your iron levels tested. That way, your symptoms and condition can be managed appropriately.
Getting tested for IDA may help make sure your chronic kidney disease isn’t adversely affecting your iron levels and impacting your health.
Diagnosing & Treating IDA