Over 70yrs

[Bee28]

Is it true that when you are over 70 your kidneys will decline even more?

[orangecity41]

I am 77 years old and CKD, level 3 and diagnosed at age 75. I expect will be some decline due to age related factors. National Kidney Foundation states a decline due to age

"The general "Rule of Thumb" is that kidney function begins to decline at age 40 and declines at a rate of about 1% per year beyond age forty. Rates may differ in different individuals." My kidney disease has been diagnosed as organic, and is likely age related. You have come to a good forum for support and information.

[Aries2932]

Its normal for people ascthey grow older their egfr declines. But if they have diabetis, hypertension, lupus or other chronic disease, their egfr declines faster.

[orangecity41 in reply to Aries2932]

Good point 7572815746. I agree with your statement