Kidney Topics

Stage 5 CKD is kidney failure. Your kidneys work at less than 15% capacity, needing dialysis or a transplant. Common symptoms include fatigue, swellin...

Hydronephrosis is a condition that occurs when a kidney swells and can't get rid of pee (urine) like it should

Health equity means providing resources based on need, not treating everyone the same. Inequities in CKD arise from factors like race, insurance, and ...

Learn about APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease (AMKD), its causes, symptoms, and treatments. Find information on genetic testing, complications, and manage...

Managing diabetes effectively involves daily self-care, including monitoring blood sugar, taking medications, and meeting with diabetes educators.

Diabetes affects sugar regulation in your body. Learn about types, risk factors, warning signs, and steps to manage or prevent diabetes.

New-onset diabetes (NODAT) can occur after a transplant due to anti-rejection meds. It increases risk of high blood sugar, impacting heart, eyes, and ...

Your heart and kidneys are two important organs in your body. They work together to keep you healthy. When one is affected, the other is too.

Kidney cancer starts in the kidneys and can lead to tumors. Symptoms may include blood in urine and back pain. Risk factors include smoking, obesity, ...

Anemia in CKD is common due to low EPO. Symptoms include fatigue and dizziness. Treatment involves ESAs and iron supplements. Regular blood tests are ...