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Acid reflux happens when stomach acid causes chest pain. GERD is severe and may need PPIs. PPIs can affect kidneys, so talk to your doctor if you have...

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

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...

The dialysis care team includes nephrologists, nurses, dietitians, social workers, technicians, and more. Each plays a role in managing your care.

Peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of your belly to filter blood when kidneys fail. Learn about the process, types, pros and cons, and payment option...

Procedures for removing large kidney stones through a small incision. Effective and less invasive than open surgery. Risks include infection and bleed...

Use pain medicines carefully, especially with kidney disease. Consult your doctor, follow instructions, and avoid long-term use of NSAIDs to protect y...

Hemodialysis patients should be aware of infectious diseases, as kidney failure can weaken the immune system and increase the risk of infection. Learn...

Learn about diet changes for peritoneal dialysis, including managing protein, calories, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, and vitamins to maintain balanc...