Medically reviewed by Karina Tolentino, RD Kidney failure, or end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), occurs when the kidneys are no ...

Additionally, taking phosphorus binders with every meal and snacks can help. Itching can be dangerous because people may scratch and break their skin leading to possible infections. Kidney failure may ...

By offering to become a living donor through paired donation, Kegeris not only provided a life-saving kidney to another ...

Kidney doctors are called nephrologists. They treat conditions that affect the kidneys, like chronic kidney disease and kidney stones. They also may help people manage chronic conditions like diabetes ...

Dr Porter said that itching can also be a sign of ‘underlying health issues’ such as liver, kidney and thyroid disease, ...

Dr Mark Porter told how he has seen a surge in cases of scabies - which causes incredibly itchy skin - among his patients, ...

The fast-spreading Marburg virus, also known as the bleeding eye disease, has raised global concerns due to its high fatality ...

Bicarbonate of soda, also known as baking soda, is a common kitchen ingredient, but also boasts a number of health benefits ...

Itching of the skin, also called pruritus, is a common problem experienced by many people. The itching may or may not come along with a rash, which can be limited to small areas of skin or can occur ...

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Omega-3 fats may help reduce fat levels (triglycerides) in the blood and may also lower blood pressure, according to the National Kidney Foundation. If you have CKD, you may need to keep an eye ...