Kidney Topics

Good nutrition helps people with kidney disease stay healthy. If your kidneys are not working so well, some changes in the diet help you feel better.

Calcium oxalate stones are common kidney stones caused by high oxalate levels. Learn about risk factors, prevention tips, and dietary guidelines.

Hyperkalemia is high potassium in the blood, often caused by kidney disease. Symptoms include muscle weakness and heart issues. Treatment includes die...

Contrast dyes used in tests like MRIs and CT scans can harm kidneys, especially in people with kidney disease. Learn how to reduce your risk.

A healthy diet is essential after a kidney transplant to prevent complications and maintain overall health. Learn what foods to avoid and dietary tips...

Top 5 tips to reduce salt: read food labels, choose fresh foods, avoid added sodium seasonings, check restaurant sodium info, and gradually adjust to ...

Membranous nephropathy (MN) is a kidney disease where the immune system attacks kidney filters, causing swelling, fatigue, and proteinuria.

Use pain medicines carefully, especially with kidney disease. Consult your doctor, follow instructions, and avoid long-term use of NSAIDs to protect y...

Procedures for removing large kidney stones through a small incision. Effective and less invasive than open surgery. Risks include infection and bleed...