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Which conditions are most commonly associated with chronic kidney disease?

  1. Hypertension and diabetes mellitus
  2. Glomerulonephritis and diabetes only
  3. Hypertension and kidney stones
  4. Asthma and hypertension
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Correct answer: A. Hypertension and diabetes mellitus

Diabetes mellitus and hypertension are the two leading causes of chronic kidney disease worldwide.Other options: Glomerulonephritis is a cause but less common than the diabetes/hypertension pair; kidney stones and asthma are not the leading causes.Key exam takeaway: Leading causes of chronic kidney disease: diabetes and hypertension.

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