Renal Papillary Necrosis: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
Renal papillary necrosis is a serious kidney disorder in which a portion of the kidneys die. Read on to learn about the many causes of renal …
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Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment of Renal Failure Stage 5
Renal failure can be a long process from diagnosis to stage 5. Each stage is usually indicated by increased symptoms and a decreased creatinine …
Continue ReadingWhat are the Warning Signs of Kidney Failure?
Warning signs of kidney failure can be as clear as a change in urination or as mysterious as a high blood pressure. Know more about the signs and …
Continue ReadingHow to Pass a Kidney Stone - Steps to Take While Passing a Kidney Stone at Home
Passing a kidney stone at home can be painful. However, some steps can help relieve the pain and make the process of getting rid of the small ones a …
Continue ReadingDangers Associated With The Use Of Catheters For Vascular Access In Dialysis
Estimates suggest that 11% of the American population over 20 years of age show signs of chronic kidney disease. If kidney failure occurs, death is …
Continue ReadingFluid Absorption into Tissues in Peritoneal Dialysis: Causes and Consequences
Fluid absorption into tissues in peritoneal dialysis cause some side effects such as weight gain, increase in cholesterol and triglycerides, swelling …
Continue ReadingResults of Noncompliance With Dialysis Treatment
The results of dialysis noncompliance can potentially be fatal. This article explains why complying with a doctor’s dialysis recommendations is …
Continue ReadingA Guide to the Kidney Transplant Procedure Used to Relieve the Symptoms of End-Stage Renal Disease
The kidney transplant procedure involves the replacement of a diseased kidney with a health kidney from a donor. Transplant patients should fully …
Continue ReadingLearn the Causes and Risks of High Blood Pressure in Kidney Transplant Patients
Blood pressure refers to the amount of force required for the heart to supply the organs and tissues with oxygenated blood. Patients who need a kidney …
Continue ReadingLearning About Kidney Transplant With Kidney Transplant Statistics for the United States in 2009
Patients with end-stage renal disease receive kidney transplants to eliminate the need for hemodialysis and improve quality of life. Kidney transplant …
Continue ReadingPost Kidney Transplant Care Requirements: Activities and Medical Requirements During the Transplant Recovery Period
After kidney transplant, the recipient of a donor kidney takes medications to suppress the immune system and decrease the risk of organ rejection. …
Continue ReadingTestosterone Levels on Dialysis for the Kidneys
There are many side effects of kidney dialysis which may include low blood pressure, hernia, muscle cramps and dry itchy skin. Changes in testosterone …
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