Stage 1 CKD means you have mild kidney damage and an eGFR of 90 or greater. Most of the time, an eGFR of 90 or greater means your kidneys are healthy and working well, but you have other signs of kidney damage. Signs of kidney damage could be protein in your urine (pee) or physical damage to your kidneys.

What are the symptoms of stage 1 kidney disease?

Blood in your urine, or hematuria (though this could have other causes, as well) Higher than normal levels of proteins in your urine, or proteinuria. Visible evidence of structural damage via CT scan, MRI, ultrasound or x-ray with contrast.

What is the treatment for stage 1 kidney disease?

Typically, treatment for CKD stages 1–3 is directed at underlying conditions or CV risk factors. Common pharmacological interventions include angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs), angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), beta-blockers, diuretics, statins and calcium channel blockers (CCBs).