Author Archives: Oankar Kundan

Family, Lifestyle, and Blood Pressure

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

Dealing with high blood pressure and kidney disease as a family can make a surprising difference in either prevention or treatment. Continue reading →

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Dealing With Anemia From Kidney Disease

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

There are reasons why anemia plagues kidney disease patients; the kidneys themselves are partly responsible for the blood’s very composition. Continue reading →

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Fathers and Their Children With Kidney Disease

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

You will need to project confidence, so your child has a rock to stand on. Let your son or daughter sense that they can feel safe even when dealing with illness. Continue reading →

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E Coli: Take Precautions to Prevent Kidney Failure

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

The nastiest strains of E. coli can result in vascular damage, leading to hypertension and renal failure. Continue reading →

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Kidney Disease and Painkiller Safety

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

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

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

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

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

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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Detecting Kidney Disease – Stage Four

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

It’s far better if one can catch kidney disease early, and not suddenly become aware it disease when already near the point of needing dialysis or even a transplant. Continue reading →

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Detecting Kidney Disease – Stage Three

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

The first clearly noticeable symptoms of kidney disease finally reveal themselves as the disease reaches Stage Three, when already the person has less than 60% kidney function remaining, and may have as little as 30%. Continue reading →

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Detecting Kidney Disease – Stages One and Two

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Oankar Kundan

The more that people know the various signs and effects of being in each stage, the sooner they may get a proper diagnosis from their doctor. Early detection is the best key to effective treatment. Continue reading →

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