How Are Rare Kidney Diseases Diagnosed?Many rare kidney diseases cause long-term damage. This damage can cause the kidneys to work less and less well over time. So, early diagnosis is key. The sooner you know...Bookmark for later
5 Practical Tips to Thrive After a Kidney TransplantNot long after receiving my kidney transplant, I remember sitting on my couch, majorly uncomfortable and in pain after making the slightest movement. I was irritated with myself and those...Bookmark for later
How Are Rare Kidney Diseases Diagnosed?Many rare kidney diseases cause long-term damage. This damage can cause the kidneys to work less and less well over time. So, early diagnosis is key. The sooner you know...Bookmark for later
5 Practical Tips to Thrive After a Kidney TransplantNot long after receiving my kidney transplant, I remember sitting on my couch, majorly uncomfortable and in pain after making the slightest movement. I was irritated with myself and those...Bookmark for later
How Are Rare Kidney Diseases Diagnosed?Many rare kidney diseases cause long-term damage. This damage can cause the kidneys to work less and less well over time. So, early diagnosis is key. The sooner you know...Bookmark for later
5 Practical Tips to Thrive After a Kidney TransplantNot long after receiving my kidney transplant, I remember sitting on my couch, majorly uncomfortable and in pain after making the slightest movement. I was irritated with myself and those...Bookmark for later
What Are Rare Kidney Diseases?In the United States, a kidney disease is considered rare if it affects fewer than 200,000 people. There are more than 150 different types of rare kidney diseases, and they...Bookmark for later
What to Know About Kidney TransplantsTreating rare kidney diseases begins with medicines and lifestyle changes. These methods aim to treat the underlying causes of the kidney disease or the health problems that arise from it...Bookmark for later
Signs and Symptoms of Rare Kidney DiseasesRare kidney diseases can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. There are more than 150 different types of these diseases, and each one has unique features. Even the same...Bookmark for later
Living With a Rare Kidney DiseaseMost rare kidney diseases last a long time. There is no cure, and they often do not go away on their own. This can make living with a rare kidney...Bookmark for later
Preparing for End-Stage Kidney DiseaseEnd-stage kidney disease (ESKD) is when your kidneys are barely working or have stopped working. This condition is also called kidney failure. If you have kidney failure, you will need...Bookmark for later
Dialysis and Kidney DiseaseDialysis is a type of treatment for people who have kidney failure, also known as end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). Over time, people with rare kidney diseases can develop enough kidney...Bookmark for later
Yes, You Can Travel as a Dialysis PatientWhen I got the news that my kidney function had diminished to the point that I needed dialysis, my heart sank. I was young, married, and fairly active with recreational...Bookmark for later
Treating Rare Kidney DiseasesMany rare kidney diseases currently have no cure. However, there are treatment options that can help. There are several factors to consider when creating a treatment plan for a rare...Bookmark for later
What Type of Doctors Treat Rare Kidney Diseases?The kidneys filter extra water and waste out of the blood and make urine. They also make hormones that help control blood pressure and trigger the body to make red...Bookmark for later
5 More Practical Tips to Thrive After a Kidney TransplantIn part one, 5 Practical Tips to Thrive After a Kidney Transplant, I discussed the pertinent things that you need to keep your kidney working at its best. The next...Bookmark for later
