Monthly Archives: May 2011

Kidney Disease and Painkiller Safety

As they plan how to eat and exercise, many people forget another important element in trying to keep their kidneys healthy: common, everyday painkillers. Continue reading

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Detecting Kidney Disease – Stage Five

Why is it so important to detect kidney disease in its early stages? Because when you reach Stage 5, you have no option but dialysis and probably a transplant. Continue reading

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Women Compared to Men With Kidney Disease

If the result of the eGRF test is something that would be “normal” for men, a doctor can factor in the difference and realize that the “real” result for a woman is actually higher. Continue reading

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