Kidney Topics

Urine color shows health clues. Clear/pale yellow means hydrated. Dark yellow suggests dehydration. Pink/red see a doctor. Foamy urine may indicate ki...

Learn why protein is essential while on dialysis, how to identify low protein levels, and ways to increase dietary protein effectively.

Discover how to manage emotions while living with kidney disease. Learn strategies for coping with anxiety, stress, and lifestyle changes.

Explore the benefits, types, and process of getting a kidney from a living donor, including costs, finding a donor, and key questions for your healthc...

Learn about glomerular diseases, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Discover how to manage and prevent these kidney conditi...

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

MPGN damages kidney glomeruli due to immune system issues. Symptoms: blood/protein in urine, swelling. Treated with meds, dietary changes, and monitor...

Blood type compatibility is crucial for kidney transplants. Paired exchange programs help if blood types don't match by facilitating swaps betwee...

Learn about multiple kidney transplant listings: reasons, evaluations, and potential downsides. Explore your options to increase transplant chances.

Eating more plant-based foods like vegetables and grains instead of red meat can help prevent and slow kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, ...