How Do You Know If You Have a Kidney Problem? Your kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste, balancing fluids, and controlling blood pressure. Many kidney problems develop slowly and may not show symptoms right away. Here are some warning signs that may indicate a kidney problem: 1. Warning Signs of Kidney Problems Changes...Read More
Hemodialysis: What It Is, How It Works, and What to Expect Introduction Hemodialysis is a life-sustaining treatment for patients with kidney failure, also known as End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). When the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste, excess fluids, and toxins from the blood, hemodialysis takes over this function. This guide provides a comprehensive...Read More
Introduction The treatment for people with kidney failure options are dialysis, and/or transplantation. A successful kidney transplant is the best treatment for many patients with established kidney failure, from a medical, psychological and social point of view. Kidneys for transplantation come either from people who have donated those organs after their death, or from living...Read More