The cysts become larger and the kidneys enlarge along with them. Slowly, the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste from the blood, which leads to progressive loss of kidney function and ...

The 61-year-old man received a new kidney from a deceased donor after being diagnosed with “nephrosclerosis-related end-stage ...

Many everyday symptoms are inconsequential. You have a poor night’s sleep to thank for your bloodshot eyes, or a new lotion ...

A second transplant patient also became infected, leading their doctors to surmise that their new kidneys were likely to ...

From bloodshot eyes to swollen fingers, these seemingly innocent symptoms could signal something more serious, like a blood disorder or an autoimmune disease.

Young adults in Vietnam are suffering from kidney failure after consuming unregulated weight loss pills and supplements but ...

Lupus can be debilitating and sometimes deadly for the 3 million people who have it. A treatment called CAR T appears to stop ...

Do you have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or a family history of kidney disease? If you do, there may be a silent killer lurking within your body, and only a blood test might be the ...

Chen also says that air pollution harms blood vessels, including the tiny ones in the kidneys, which can reduce blood flow ...

Surgical face masks became a symbol of safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. They helped prevent the spread of viruses, especially through the air.

A study finds a link between chronic kidney disease and Restless Legs Syndrome. RLS affects many CKD patients, especially those on dialysis. Iron deficiency is a key factor. Symptoms include an urge ...

Causes Beyond Kidney Disease While many RLS cases are linked to CKD and iron deficiency, other health conditions also contribute. These include diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, and neurological ...