Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing public health concern in the United States. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), CKD affects more than 1 in 7 American adults. If you have any of the risk factors for kidney disease, such as hypertension, diabetes, and/or family history, it is imperative that you see a doctor, particularly a ... Read More ->
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How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
It is possible to live a normal life with only one kidney, but why would you want to go down that road when it’s much easier to keep both of your kidneys healthy? Here are simple self-care strategies you can employ to help ensure the optimal health and function of your kidneys. Keeping Yourself Adequately Hydrated While the kidneys of a healthy adult are capable of flushing out up ... Read More ->
Chronic Kidney Disease: Signs You Need to See a Kidney Doctor
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the most common kidney conditions in the United States, affecting roughly 37 million Americans. Despite its prevalence, approximately 90 percent of people living with CKD are unaware that they have it. Experts dub chronic kidney disease a “silent killer,” because the condition usually produces few and nonspecific symptoms, and thus, it often goes undiagnosed ... Read More ->