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IgA Nephropathy, also known as Berger’s disease, is one of the most common glomerular diseases worldwide and is the reason for about 10% of the kidney biopsies within the US. It is responsible for almost one third of all kidney biopsies in all Asian countries, where it is also a leading cause of dialysis. Most cases of IgA nephropathy can be …
We’ve all heard that high blood pressure is dangerous for your health. But why and how? What does it actually do to your body when your heart must work harder to pump blood effectively? Unfortunately, the consequences are not just confined to the heart. There are several major organs affected by high blood pressure. #1 The Eyes Hypertension over long periods …
Although not all people with diabetes will experience kidney problems, having the disease does present a serious risk for developing diabetic nephropathy. That’s because diabetes creates complications that may affect your kidneys’ ability to do their job effectively. In fact, diabetes mellitus is the number one cause of chronic kidney disease in the US. Detecting if Diabetes Affects Your Kidneys …
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), you may be wondering how that came to be….and you’re not alone. About 14% of people in the US have CKD at any given time, so there are many others wondering the same thing. This disease of the kidneys describes a gradual loss of kidney function …
Did you know that 1 of every 3 Americans have hypertension? Uncontrolled high blood pressure raises the risk for stroke and heart disease, which are leading causes of death in the United States. Fortunately, high blood pressure can be treated and prevented! To lower your risk for hypertension, check your blood pressure regularly and take action when your blood pressure …
Kidney failure sounds scary, but kidney failure is treatable if you catch it early! If you are experiencing any of these symptoms of kidney failure, you may have Chronic Kidney Disease. CKD, or Chronic Kidney Disease, is a progressive disease that does permanent damage to the kidneys. So it’s important to reach out to your doctor if you notice some …