by admin | Sep 23, 2022 | Articles
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition in which the kidneys lose their ability to filter blood. The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs that are located just below the rib cage, on either side of the spine. They play a vital role in maintaining the body’s fluid...
by admin | Jun 1, 2022 | Articles
Dietary restrictions vary depending on the stage of kidney disease. For instance, people with early stages of chronic kidney disease will have different dietary restrictions than those with end-stage renal disease, or kidney failure. Those with end-stage renal disease...
by admin | Jun 1, 2022 | Articles
You’re more tired, have less energy, or are having trouble concentrating. A severe decrease in kidney function can lead to a buildup of toxins and impurities in the blood. This can cause people to feel tired, and weak and can make it hard to concentrate. Another...
by admin | May 25, 2022 | Articles
Diabetic nephropathy is a serious complication of type 1 diabetes and types 2 diabetes. It’s also called diabetic kidney disease. In the United States, about 1 in 3 people living with diabetes have diabetic nephropathy. Diabetic nephropathy affects the...
by admin | May 11, 2022 | Articles
What is a kidney transplant? A kidney transplant is surgery done to replace a diseased kidney with a healthy kidney from a donor. The kidney may come from a deceased organ donor or a living donor. Family members or others who are a good match may be able to donate one...
by admin | Sep 8, 2020 | Articles
There are a lot of people with kidney problems who find that they’d have to retain their jobs while undergoing dialysis. This makes them have misgivings, become scared and wanting to give up altogether. According to a variety of health experts and other sources, it is...