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A snippet from my session on 7th of June 2026 on Protein….there were many who attended and for those who couldn’t u will have it in recorded session section …. Thank u @Arjun Sabharwal for the opportunity to create more awareness amongst CKD patients & their caregivers ….so that they take more informed decisions.

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My blood pressure had been running low for a few days, but yesterday morning it dropped to 80/50. I started sweating, my vision went dark, and I felt dizzy. I went to the hospital emergency room and saw my nephrologist. He discontinued both of my blood pressure medications—Telmisartan 40 and Metoprolol XR 12.5. The nephrologist also advised me to consult a cardiologist. The cardiologist agreed that it was best to stop both medications for the time being, until my blood pressure returned to normal levels. After that, I met the nephrologist again. Upon my strong insistence, instead of discontinuing the Telmisartan 40, he prescribed half the dose. I have proteinuria, which is why the nephrologist prescribed Telmisartan 40. While it didn't completely stop the protein leakage, it certainly reduced it. I haven't taken any blood pressure medication since last night, yet my blood pressure is currently 90/60. In the blood test I had at the hospital yesterday, both sodium and chloride levels came back below the normal range. This is the first time my test results have shown sodium and chloride levels outside the normal range. Since my blood pressure is still 90/60, I cannot even take half a dose of Telmisartan. I am afraid that stopping Telmisartan will further increase my protein leakage.

When people think about treating kidney disease, they often think about medications and diet. But one of the most powerful interventions is often overlooked: regular exercise. Research shows that appropriate exercise in people with CKD can: - Improve blood pressure control - Help manage diabetes - Increase muscle strength and energy - Reduce fatigue - Improve heart health - Enhance quality of life You don't need to run marathons. For many people, 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week (such as brisk walking or cycling), along with 2 sessions of strength training, is a good goal. The right plan depends on your overall health and kidney condition. The most important step is consistency—not intensity. 💬 Discussion: What type of exercise do you currently do, and what has been your biggest challenge in staying active with CKD? Let's learn from each other's experiences.