Kidney disease (also known as chronic renal failure or insufficiency) usually happens over time as a result of damage to the kidneys. Common causes of kidney damage include high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney infections, a blocked renal artery and long-term use of medicines that such as ibuprofen. If you are at risk for any of these causes or have a history of kidney disease in your family, speak to a qualified medical worker about proper diagnosis, prevention and treatment.
Attribution: Straight Talk Foundation