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Discusses the incidence of kidney disease among African Americans. Included is a section that presents disease statistics for the United States in general. ... Details >
African Americans are largely unaware of their high risk and of preventive measures about kidney disease. ... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
In recent years, researchers have discovered that different kinds of proteins can form amyloid deposits and have identified several types of amyloidosis. Two of these types are closely related to kidn... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes when anemia begins, its diagnosis, treatment, and causes other than kidney disease.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This article discusses increased risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Information covers risk factors, symptoms, test results, CKD stages, and prevention of CKD progression.... Details >
It is not unusual for patients with chronic kidney failure to have problems with their bones. Their bones tend to become thin and weak, which causes them to break easily or to begin to hurt.... Details >
Describes childhood nephrotic syndrome, minimal change disease, and other conditions that involve the childhood nephrotic syndrome.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) includes conditions that damage your kidneys and decrease their ability to keep you healthy by doing the jobs listed. This article provides information about CKD, includin... Details >
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the permanent loss of kidney function which may be the result of physical injury or a disease that damages the kidneys, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. CKD ru... Details >
This page has information on CDC Diabetes Surveillance System; which collects, analyzes, and disseminates data on diabetes and its complications. This public health surveillance (disease tracking) of ... Details >
This page provides basic information on diabetes and its complications. It also offers tips on how to be active, eat right, and prevent this disease.... Details >
Provides an overview of financial help that may be available for the treatment of kidney failure: Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, VA, SSDI, and SSI benefits.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Frequently Asked Questions about Kidney Failure are provided in this page from the Kidney Fund's "Help Line", Here are the twenty questions that most people asked. ... Details >
Overview of kidney function and glomerular diseases and their causes, symptoms, and diagnosis. Includes list of definitions and pronunciations.... Details >
Goodpasture syndrome is a rare disease that can affect the lungs and kidneys. It is an autoimmune disease, a condition in which the body's own defense system reacts against some part of the body itsel... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes the interactions among kidney disease, vitamins and minerals, and children's growth.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
A resource for patients undergoing dialysis. Explains periodic tests and measurements such as the Kt/V and the URR.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
An overview of hemolytic uremic syndrome, its relationship to E. coli, and its symptoms and treatment.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
High blood pressure is common in children with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Because of their young age when they develop CKD and high blood pressure, there is a high risk that these children may even... Details >
An overview of IgA nephropathy that describes the disorder and what steps may be taken to slow the progression of the nephropathy.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Also available in: Spanish
This page provides information for patients with kidney disease, on how patients can get help with assistance programs, health insurnace program etc. ... Details >
Summary fact sheet on statistics for kidney and urologic diseases.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes preparation for a kidney biopsy, the test procedures, and what to do after the procedure.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This consumer fact sheet discusses diabetes and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and the treatments and therapies involved.... Details >
This dictionary defines words that are often used when people talk or write about kidney diseases. It is designed for people who have kidney diseases and their families and friends. ... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
A list of online publications on kidney diseases published by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Institutes of Health.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Kidney School is an interactive, web-based learning program in 20-minute modules. It was designed to help people learn what they need to know to understand kidney disease and its treatment, adjust to ... Details >
Brief overview of the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of lupus nephritis.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
The National Kidney Disease Education Program aims to reduce morbidity and mortality from kidney disease by raising awareness about the seriousness of the problem and the importance of prevention, ear... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes the syndrome, its possible causes, and treatment.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This site provides an overview of the basic information including answers to the most frequently asked questions about kidney diseases in children.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes the types of peritoneal dialysis, tests to determine efficiency, patient compliance with medical recommendations, and amounts of residual kidney function.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. The cysts are filled with fluid. PKD cysts can slowly replace much of the mass of th... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Outlines who is at risk for proteinuria and describes the signs, tests and treatments for it.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
When a family member develops kidney failure, the whole family is affected, even if they do not all show it. If a parent develops kidney failure, children have questions too. The goal of this brochure... Details >
When your kidneys are not working well, waste products from what you eat build up in your blood instead of being removed by your kidneys. That's why a special kidney diet is important for you to follo... Details >
Describes renal osteodystrophy and its etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
An overview of the four types of renal tubular acidosis and its diagnosis.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Serious and long-lasting conditions like kidney failure affect many parts of a child's life. This site provides information on areas where your child may need help, people who can help and resources a... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This page discusses screening for chronic kidney disease (CKD). The page provides an online quiz to test knowledge of CKD as well as a risk checklist for kidney disease.... Details >
A brief description of the symptoms and diagnosis of simple kidney cysts.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
The Fund maintains a national, toll-free Help Line, 1-800-638-8299, Spanish Language Helpline 866-300-2900 which provides information about kidney disease, its prevention and treatment, and organ dona... Details >
Kidneys play an important part in a child's growth and health. This web site list the problems specific to children with kidney failure, treatment choices, medical complications, financial help for th... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes how hemodialysis works, how people prepare for it, and the equipment and tests involved. Also provides information about dietary changes that may be beneficial and conditions secondary to k... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Describes how peritoneal dialysis works, how people prepare for it, and the equipment and tests involved. Also provides information about dietary changes that may be beneficial and conditions seconda... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
This fact sheet explains how transplantation works, the process itself, posttransplant care, financial issues, and organ donation.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Childhood nephrotic syndrome can occur at any age but is most common between the ages of 1-1/2 and 5 years. It seems to affect boys more often than girls. A child with the nephrotic syndrome has these... Details >
This resource explains what kidneys do, why and how they fail, the signs and detection of kidney disease, and treatment of kidney disease.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health