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Smoking and Kidney Disease
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Smoking damages blood vessels throughout the body, including the kidneys, and speeds up damage in people with diabetes or high blood pressure.
Quitting helps
Quitting slows progression and reduces heart risk.
Frequently asked questions
Does smoking cause kidney failure?
It is not usually the sole cause but strongly worsens kidney disease.
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Educational only. This guide is general kidney-care information, not individual medical advice.