Smoking is a well-known risk factor for many diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, and lung disease. According to the CDC, more than 16 million Americans live with a disease that has been caused by smoking, including kidney disease. If you smoke, you have control over one of the most significant risks to the health … Read more
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Gallstones and kidney stones form in different organs in the body, but they can be similar in many ways. For example, both kidney stones and gallstones can form and exist in the body without causing any symptoms. They may not require any treatment unless they get big enough to block the flow of fluids in … Read more
The Centers for Disease Control estimates that most adults (2 out of 3) in the U.S. consume alcohol. In the U.S., a standard drink contains 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol, with heavy drinking being defined as eight or more standard drinks per week for women and 15 or more standard drinks per week for men. … Read more
Editors note: Original publish date: Nov 3, 2023- Updated on June 25, 2024 Kidney disease is a complex condition with no single root cause. It may be caused by genetic conditions passed down from parents, or it may be caused by the prevalence of other health conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. In … Read more
Despite existing guidelines outlining the daily recommended intake of dietary sodium, people worldwide typically exceed these guidelines. Too much salt can increase the strain on your kidneys, making it harder for them to remove excess water from the body. Many kidney disease patients, including those on renal replacement therapy, may need to reduce or limit … Read more
Many people are deficient in Vitamin D. The Centers for Disease found that more than 50% of Americans have low levels of vitamin D, and roughly 35% of adults have a vitamin D deficiency. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an increasing burden on the healthcare system. Vitamin D deficiency is common in CKD patients due … Read more
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is growing at an increased rate and currently affects 15% of American adults. There are a number of physical signs of CKD. However, many people associate them with other conditions or do not present with any physical signs. This can make spotting early warning signs of CKD very challenging for both … Read more
While not as common or frequently occurring as chronic kidney disease (CKD) in adults, CKD does develop in children. As of 2018, more than 10,000 children and adolescents with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) live in the United States. Key Points CKD affects people of all backgrounds and ages, including children. The causes of pediatric CKD … Read more
The human body is complicated, with systems and organs relying on each other to function. When one organ is not working correctly due to a condition, it can put additional stress on the other organs, stopping them from functioning correctly. One example of this interrelated and complicated relationship is between kidney disease and cardiovascular disease. … Read more
In the U.S., chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 37 million people, with hypertension and diabetes responsible for two-thirds of these cases. CKD is also a significant risk factor for developing diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease. Thus, regular screenings are the most effective approach to preventing and detecting CKD early. Key Points The only way to … Read more
