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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...

BK virus is common and usually inactive in your body, but it can wake up after a transplant, especially with weakened immunity. It may affect the new ...

Cystine stones are kidney stones caused by the inherited disorder cystinuria. They can cause pain, blood in urine, and may require treatment like incr...

Learn how lead exposure affects kidney function, risks for children, and what to do if you’re pregnant or worried about lead in your water or enviro...

HIV can increase the risk of kidney disease. Regular testing, managing blood pressure, and taking prescribed medications can help protect your kidney ...

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

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...