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Kidney Health Tips for Everyday Life: How to Keep Your Kidneys 100% Healthy We often don’t think about our kidneys until there’s a problem. But the truth is, they play a crucial role in keeping our bodies functioning smoothly. From …

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Edema and Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is increasingly recognized as a probable cause of chronic, bilateral leg edema.1 Approximately 25% of adults have OSA,2 and 68.7% of older adults with insomnia have OSA.3 As the severity of OSA increases, patients …

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What is the risk involved? Kidney biopsy, a medical procedure involving the removal of a small sample of kidney tissue for analysis, is a valuable tool in the diagnosis and management of various kidney diseases. This essay explores the indications …

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The safety of a kidney donor after donation is a critical consideration, and medical professionals take various measures to ensure the well-being of the donor. Here are 10 points to understand the safety of a kidney donor after donation: 1. …

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A glomerular disease registry, which is a database that systematically collects and stores information about patients with glomerular diseases, is needed for several important reasons: 1. Research and Epidemiology: A registry can provide valuable data for researchers and healthcare professionals …

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Protein intake is a crucial aspect of nutrition for individuals undergoing hemodialysis due to its impact on overall health and well-being. Here are 10 points to consider regarding protein intake in hemodialysis patients: 1. Increased Protein Needs: Hemodialysis leads to …

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The decision of whether a patient with kidney failure should undergo dialysis twice a week or thrice a week is a critical one and should be made by a healthcare team, including nephrologists and other specialists, in collaboration with the …

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A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure in which a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor is implanted into a person with kidney failure. This procedure is performed to replace the non-functioning or severely damaged kidneys in the …

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Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis are two different methods of renal replacement therapy used to treat individuals with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). Both methods have their advantages and disadvantages, and the choice between them depends on various factors including the patient’s …

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Living donor kidney transplantation is a surgical procedure. During the surgery a healthy kidney is donated by a living person to someone with end-stage renal disease or kidney failure. This type of transplantation has several advantages, including better outcomes and shorter …

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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) patients, candidates for kidney transplant typically need to meet certain criteria to ensure a successful transplant and minimize risks. Transplant centers have their own protocols to decide on a case-by-case basis. However, some general considerations include: Kidney Transplant …

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Hey everyone! Today, I want to talk about a topic that’s important for anyone with kidney disease – potassium. Potassium is an essential mineral that helps our bodies function properly. When potassium is high in blood it is called as hyperkalemmia and …

Potassium (K) – a Frenemy to watch for. Read More »

Physical exercise is good for heart and kidneys both but if you are starting new exercise regimen or belive in Strenuous muscle work out, you need to understand is it safe for you? are you at risk of any health …

Gym members be careful, watch out for your kidneys !! Read More »