Alarm over rising kidney diseases among youth

 A patient undergoing dialysis. 

Photo credit: Reuters

The growing number of young people diagnosed with kidney disease has raised concerns about the increasing burden of chronic kidney conditions in Kenya, threatening the country's ability to manage non-communicable diseases effectively.

Although national data is limited, experts note a rise in cases among adolescents and young adults showing signs of end-stage renal disease (ESRD), despite not having the usual risk factors, such as diabetes or hypertension.

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