The areas that don't absorb the tracer and appear less bright on the scan image are referred to as "cold spots." A kidney scan can be done in several different ways to help look at kidney problems.

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With proper treatment, most people can survive an episode without long-term consequences. The kidney monitors the amount of fluid, electrolytes, and waste in the body and sends the excess materials to ...

In its early stages, kidney disease may not cause any symptoms or signs. However, as it progresses, it can cause symptoms such as itchy skin, pruritus, and a rash. Around 35.5 million adults in ...

Long-term complications include chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, cardiovascular morbidity, and an increased risk of death. Several strategies are available to prevent and treat AKI in specific ...

The consumption of energy drinks can contribute to the formation of kidney stones—as can many other foods and beverages. What makes energy drinks distinct is that they contain an especially high ...

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Anyone who's ever had a kidney stone will tell you there's nothing else like the mind-numbing, excruciating pain. Sometimes a patient will have a single stone and then never have a recurrence. Other ...