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Detecting Kidney Disease – Stage Four
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
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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Kidney Disease and St. Patrick’s Day
Despite some people’s belief, excessive drinking isn’t the only way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Have fun with your friends on the day, but remember that no celebration should ever require you to risk your health or life. Continue reading
What Happens when Calcium and Phosphorus are Out of Balance
It’s very important for people with even slight kidney problems to consult their physicians and keep checking their electrolyte levels. Trying to maintain a low phosphorus diet can help somewhat, but it’s sometimes hard to avoid foods containing milk, whole grains, peas, etc. Doctors can also help by providing drugs that serve as phosphate binders.
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Calcium, Phosphorus, and the Kidneys
The kidney helps keep phosphorus levels balanced by inducing the production of D vitamins, which in turn help the body excrete excess phosphorus. But as kidney disease progresses, the kidney becomes unable to trigger the Vitamin D. And that’s when the happy partnership of calcium and phosphorus becomes a nightmare. Continue reading
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Introduction to Electrolytes: Part 1
The kidneys play a major role in regulating electrolytes in the body. When kidneys are impaired or fail, this often throws out the balance, or results in a surfeit of some electrolytes. If this problem isn’t addressed, other parts of the body can be affected in serious ways, some of them potentially fatal. Continue reading
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Raising Kidney Patient Hemoglobin Levels Can be Risky
Anemic kidney patients obviously receive considerable benefit from having their hemoglobin levels brought back up. But if the levels rise above a specified upper limit, patients could face certain new health risks, such as strokes or blood clots. Continue reading
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Mammograms and Kidney Disease Detection
In yet another example of the interconnectedness of the body’s systems, using a tool designed to detect one ailment may help in detecting or even preventing others. Continue reading
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Tips for Getting That Recommended Exercise
Having kidney disease does not mean you must stop everything. If you exercise in a way that doesn’t push too hard, your general health will only benefit. Continue reading
Physical Fitness Improves Kidney Disease Outcomes
Kidney patients may be uneasy about the extra work they might make their bodies do by exercising. But under a doctor’s supervision, getting themselves in as good a shape as possible will only do them good. Continue reading