Chronic Kidney Disease and Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (HPT): Drew’s Story

Chronic kidney disease, which results when kidneys become damaged and can’t filter waste or properly balance fluids or minerals, affects approximately 26 million American adults, many of whom require dialysis. Many of the approximately 2 million people throughout the world who are on dialysis will also develop secondary hyperparathyroidism (HPT), a chronic and serious disease which is frequently undertreated. Hear firsthand about one man’s experience with chronic kidney disease and secondary HPT, and how he manages this disease on a daily basis.