Kidney Topics

Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is when urine flows back from the bladder to the kidneys. It can lead to infections. Treatment may include antibiotics or ...

Fluid overload in dialysis patients occurs when too much water builds up in the body. It can cause swelling, high blood pressure, breathing problems, ...

Nocturnal enuresis is bedwetting at night, common in kids and teens. It often resolves on its own. Treatments include alarms, meds, and lifestyle chan...

When kidneys fail, treatments like dialysis or transplant are needed. Dialysis cleans your blood with a machine, while a transplant gives you a health...

Childhood infections like strep and UTIs can harm kidneys. 

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

Follow these tips to keep your heart healthy on dialysis: control blood sugar and blood pressure, maintain a heart-healthy diet, exercise, treat anemi...

Dry weight is your weight without extra fluid. It's important for dialysis patients to monitor this, as extra fluid can strain your heart and lun...

High blood pressure affects many adults and can go unnoticed. Causes include smoking, being overweight, and inactivity. Regular checkups can help mana...

Post-Infectious Glomerulonephritis (PIGN) causes kidney inflammation after infections, leading to symptoms like blood in urine, swelling, and high blo...