kidney impairment
nounUK /ˈkɪd.ni ɪmˈpeə.mənt/
US /ˈkɪd.ni ɪmˈper.mənt/
A sickness that makes the kidneys not work as well as they should.
The doctor said his kidney impairment means he must be careful about what he eats.
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2. A medical diagnosis describing reduced filtering ability of the kidneys, often measured by blood tests.
Her kidney impairment was mild and found during a routine check-up.
3. A condition that can be temporary or long-lasting, depending on its cause.
Dehydration caused a short-term kidney impairment that improved with fluids.
4. A reason doctors adjust medicine doses so the body can handle them safely.
Because of his kidney impairment, the pharmacist lowered his dose.