Beyond Dialysis: Understanding Kidney Transplants And Their Benefits
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a debilitating condition that affects millions worldwide, often leading to end-stage renal disease (ESRD) where dialysis or a kidney transplant becomes necessary for survival. While dialysis is a common treatment, a kidney transplant offers a more permanent and potentially life-enhancing solution.
Jul 04, 2024, 13:28 PM ISTHave Diabetes Or Hypertension? Ask Your Physician About Your 'Kidney Health' Now
In India, 16% of the population is affected by Chronic kidney disease (CKD). Your kidneys are tasked with several important jobs to keep your body functioning at its best. That’s why managing kidney health effectively is key to overall well-being. CKD is a condition in which one’s kidneys get progressively damaged, leading to loss of function.
Jun 17, 2024, 10:59 AM ISTIs Loss Of Appetite An Indication Of Early Signs Of Kidney Disease? Expert Shares Underlying Causes
Not eating properly? Your kidney might be at risk! Here is short guide on understanding how loss of appetite can indicate towards worsening health conditions, especially to your kidney. Read here.
Mar 23, 2024, 16:10 PM ISTDNA: What are major causes of Kidney diseases?
Kidney diseases have increased rapidly in India. AIIMS report shows that about 10 percent people in India are suffering from kidney problems.
Mar 14, 2024, 23:44 PM ISTAdding Table Salt To Food May Lead To Chronic Kidney Disease Risk: Study
A common eating behaviour shaped by a person’s long-term preference for salty taste in foods and habitual salt intake -- was significantly associated with an increased risk of Chronic Kidney Disease.
Dec 29, 2023, 13:03 PM ISTDNA: Obesity Is Rising Among Children In India
Based on data from the National Family Health Survey, obesity has been defined as a chronic disease. Till now obesity was measured by BMI i.e. Body Mass Index.
Dec 27, 2023, 01:08 AM ISTCKD patients need to be extra cautious amid COVID-19, says doctors
World Kidney Day (WKD) is observed on March 11 every year and the aim of this day is to raise awareness of the importance of kidneys to the overall health and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and its associated health problems.
Mar 11, 2021, 09:43 AM ISTAir pollution could fuel chronic kidney disease
Similar to smoking, air pollution contains harmful toxins that can directly affect the kidneys, said Jennifer Bragg-Gresham, the study's lead author.
Aug 27, 2018, 11:39 AM ISTWeight-loss surgery may lower risk of kidney disease, failure
Obesity is a condition involving excessive body fat that increases the risk of developing serious health problems such as blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases and Type-2 diabetes.
Mar 23, 2018, 16:13 PM ISTWomen victimized by kidney dysfunction more than men
High blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes, high cholesterol are some of the conditions that can cause kidney disease.
Mar 08, 2018, 12:01 PM ISTAir pollution damaging millions of kidneys every year: Report
The global toll of chronic kidney disease (CKD) attributable to air pollution is significant, according to a recent analysis.
Nov 05, 2017, 07:53 AM ISTIntensive BP lowering reduces chronic kidney disease patients'' risks of premature dying
The appropriate target for blood pressure in patients with CKD and hypertension has been unclear.
Jun 24, 2017, 00:16 AM ISTIndia ranks 154th out of 195 countries on healthcare index, lags behind Bangladesh & Sri Lanka
India came at 154th position in the ranking of healthcare quality in 195 countries, whereas some countries like South Korea, Peru and China have seen greatest improvements in healthcare access and quality since 1990.
May 19, 2017, 12:37 PM ISTPrevent yourself from chronic kidney disease
Besides performing life sustaining function of removing the waste products and regulating the amount of water and chemicals in the body, kidneys perform the important function of maintaining normal blood pressure, produce a hormone called erythropoietin which helps in formation of red blood cells and activate vitamin D which helps in making our bones strong.
Mar 21, 2017, 12:38 PM ISTWorld Kidney Day: What you can do to prevent kidney disease, obesity
There are many factors that can increase an individual's risk of chronic kidney disease.
Mar 09, 2017, 09:38 AM ISTMost chronic kidney disease patients in India suffer from obesity
The study funded by the Union government's Department of Biotechnology has been enrolling patients in nine hospitals across the country.
Mar 08, 2017, 23:07 PM ISTChronic kidney disease: What you should not forget
The most common causes of kidney disease are high blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes, high cholesterol.
Mar 06, 2017, 12:19 PM ISTSigns your child has chronic kidney disease!
he kidneys acts as the filter removing waste products from the body through urine and returing cleaned blood back to the body.
Nov 24, 2016, 14:15 PM ISTKidney failure: Know these conditions and factors that increase your risk!
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Nov 16, 2016, 11:15 AM ISTGut bacteria's secretion may help against kidney stone
In a recent research, scientists have discovered that factors secreted by gut bacteria might help prevent or treat kidney stones. Kidney stones can pose serious health problems for people and can increase their risks of developing chronic kidney disease and chronic kidney disease
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