Chronic kidney disease (ckd) is incurable; once established, damage is irreversible, and its incidence and prevalence have increased significantly worldwide in recent years. Patients will suffer from multiple ailments, have serious limitations in their daily lives, and in the terminal stages will require replacement therapy. However, it is PREVENTABLE AND TREATABLE, if started as early as possible. If you suffer from CKD, or are at increased risk of suffering from it, or have a family member in this situation, a friend, or a simple acquaintance, then this book will help you understand how to prevent its onset and, once you are ill, what you can do to slow its progression.