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CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) is the overall condition, while Stage 3 is one specific phase of CKD. Stage 3 is actually divided into two parts:

Stage 3a
- eGFR of 45-59
- Mild to moderate kidney damage
- Symptoms typically begin appearing

Stage 3b
- eGFR of 30-44
- Moderate kidney damage
- With proper management, Show Full Answer

CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) is the overall condition, while Stage 3 is one specific phase of CKD. Stage 3 is actually divided into two parts:

Stage 3a:
- eGFR of 45-59
- Mild to moderate kidney damage
- Symptoms typically begin appearing

Stage 3b:
- eGFR of 30-44
- Moderate kidney damage
- With proper management, progression to later stages can be prevented Common symptoms that may appear during Stage 3 include:
- Changes in urination frequency
- Itchy skin
- Flank pain (between lower ribs and hips)
- Dark or foamy urine

It's important to note that many people don't experience symptoms in early CKD stages - up to 90% of adults are unaware they have CKD until diagnosed by a doctor through blood and urine tests.

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