Risk Quiz
You can have kidney disease and not even know it. You might have no symptoms or they may not be noticeable. By catching it early, you can slow or even stop the damage. Find out whether you’re at risk so that you can take action.
Kidney Disease Risk Quiz
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Do you have diabetes?
Risk Fact:
About 40% of people with diabetes will develop chronic kidney disease. Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure.
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Is your blood pressure higher than 120/80?
Risk Fact:
Having high blood pressure places strain on your kidneys and can lead to chronic kidney disease. High blood pressure is the second-leading cause of kidney failure.
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Does someone in your family have diabetes, high blood pressure or chronic kidney disease?
Risk Fact:
Your risk of developing chronic kidney disease is much higher if someone in your family has had chronic kidney disease, diabetes or high blood pressure.
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Do you have heart disease?
Risk Fact:
People with heart disease are at a higher risk of developing chronic kidney disease, and vice versa.
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If you’re a woman, does your waist measure more than 35 inches? If you’re a man, does your waist measure more than 40 inches?
Risk Fact:
Being overweight increases your risk of developing chronic kidney disease.
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Are you African American, Asian American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American or Pacific Islander?
Risk Fact:
These ethnic groups experience high blood pressure and diabetes more frequently than others, and so are at greater risk for chronic kidney disease.
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Are you over 60 years of age?
Risk Fact:
As people get older, they often lose some kidney function and are at greater risk of developing chronic kidney disease.
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Do you regularly take over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen, Advil, Aleve or Motrin?
Risk Fact:
Long-term use of over-the-counter pain and anti-inflammatory medications can contribute to kidney disease.
