The kidneys rest against the muscles of the lower back, which can make it hard to tell the difference between kidney pain and lower back pain. Additional symptoms can often help identify which ...

Objectives: To understand the difference in adverse events (AEs), healthcare resource utilization (HCRU), and kidney failure rates in immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) patients who initiated ...

A comprehensive new review by researchers at the University of Kentucky sheds light on the intricate and damaging relationship between obesity and kidney disease. "Our review shows that the link ...

Keeping hydrated can also promote healthy kidney function, reduce the risk of urinary tract infections, and boost your digestion. Dr Tony Fincham, GP at Benenden Hospital, part of Benenden Health ...

They’re low in potassium but full of vitamin C and antioxidants, which makes them perfect for giving your kidneys a break while still packing in plenty of flavour. Chop them into a salad ...

Oral infections are more likely to occur in people with chronic kidney disease and are more likely to become a significant problem. Proper dental care also benefits people on dialysis or those ...

Many foods contain potassium. If your kidneys don’t work well or you have heart failure, eating too much potassium could lead to hyperkalemia (if you’re healthy, potassium in your diet ...

Chronic kidney disease is one of the most significant health issues in Scotland, affecting an estimated 607,000 people. And, according to Kidney Research UK, around 45 per cent of those are in ...

The Dolo-650 story is not just about one medicine—it reflects how casually painkillers are treated in everyday life. Whether it's a mild fever, a headache, even a bodyache or fatigue, this tiny ...

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Bharat Shah, Director of Renal Science at Gleneagles Hospital in Mumbai's Parel, dispelled a few myths around kidney diseases to ensure that patients make ...