The kidneys are one of the most important organs in our bodies. Let us explain the signs that indicate your kidneys are ...

Chronic kidney disease or CKD, is a condition that builds over time, as a result of inappropriate kidney function. The ...

Doctors often use 'renal failure' and 'kidney failure' interchangeably, both signifying a critical loss of kidney function. While 'renal' stems from L ...

The American Kidney Fund wants to help you Know Your Kidneys. Here are four factors that could mean you are at a higher risk ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a slow health problem that affects how well your kidneys clean your blood. It has five stages ...

Chronic kidney disease now ranks as the ninth leading cause of death globally, affecting 788 million people worldwide, according to major health study.

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) causes round, fluid-filled sacs called cysts to grow in your kidneys. These cysts can cause your kidneys to enlarge and function poorly. People with PKD can also ...

Record numbers of men and women globally are now estimated to have reduced kidney function, a new study shows. Figures rose ...

Thiazolidinediones are medications that reduce blood glucose levels and are now used to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD: defined as long-term damage to the kidneys that reduces their ...

Serious damage to short-term kidney function-known as acute kidney injury, or AKI-can be fatal and also increase the risk of ...