Kidney concern | Gleneagles Hospitals Malaysia

Anonymous

22 Oct 2024

Kidney concern

I’ve been experiencing persistent joint pain and swelling, which seems to flare up unpredictably. Given my medical history of chronic conditions such as CKD stage 3B, I’m concerned about how this might relate to any potential autoimmune or inflammatory conditions. Could you explain how chronic kidney disease might influence the progression or treatment options for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or other autoimmune disorders?

Answer:

I’m sorry to hear about your persistent joint pain and swelling. It’s important to see your nephrologist or a rheumatologist for a proper examination and workup to determine the underlying cause of your symptoms.

Once the cause is identified, your nephrologist can work closely with a rheumatologist to start an appropriate treatment plan, ensuring that any treatment takes your kidney function and other health conditions into account.

Some autoimmune diseases can also impact the kidneys, and the course of these conditions can vary widely between individuals. Therefore, determining which specific autoimmune disease you might have is crucial before discussing treatment options and disease progression, as each condition behaves differently.

Please see your nephrologist or a rheumatologist as soon as possible for further assessment. Thank you.

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Last Edited: 17 Feb 2026

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