Kidney Topics

People on dialysis may have iron deficiency anemia due to blood loss during treatments and a low iron diet. Symptoms include pale skin, low energy, an...

Explore the National Kidney Foundation’s video series on CKD treatment options. Learn about CKD, slowing its progression, and dialysis choices.

Stage 3b CKD means moderate to severe kidney function loss. Symptoms include fatigue, swelling, and nausea. Regular checkups and lifestyle changes can...

An ectopic kidney is a birth defect where a kidney is out of place. It often causes no symptoms but may affect urine flow, leading to complications. T...

Minimal Change Disease (MCD) affects kidney filters, causing foamy urine and swelling. Common in kids, it's usually treated with steroids.

Secondary hyperparathyroidism is when your parathyroid glands release too much PTH due to kidney problems, causing weak bones and calcium buildup in y...

Simple kidney cysts are fluid-filled sacs that usually don't cause issues. If symptomatic, they can be treated with drainage or laparoscopic surg...

Refractory gout causes painful joints and is hard to treat.