The process of in vitro fertilization (IVF) has been a game-changer for many families. It has helped countless people become parents. But what about the long-term effects on the kids? One big question is how IVF might affect the kidneys of offspring as they grow up. A recent study focused on this very issue in mice. The study tracked the kidney health of mice concei...
Kidneys are like the body's cleaning crew, keeping sodium levels in check. When sodium builds up, it's like extra traffic in the bloodstream. The heart has to work overtime, pushing blood around, which can lead to high blood pressure. This isn't just about feeling puffy; it's a big deal for your heart, brain, and kidneys. Salt is everywhere, especially in processed ...
Lifestyle choices have a huge impact on our overall health, but did you know they can also greatly affect our kidneys? Kidneys are like the body's cleaning crew, filtering out waste and keeping things running smoothly. So, it's crucial to take care of them. First, let's talk about diet. Eating a balanced diet is key to keeping kidneys healthy. This means loading up ...
Kidney disease is a big problem in Europe. It's one of the most common and deadly long-term illnesses, but not many people know about it. This lack of awareness means not enough money is spent on finding new treatments. The European Kidney Health Alliance, or EKHA, was created in 2007 to change this. It's a group based in Brussels that speaks up for people with kidne...
Diabetes and kidney issues often come together, especially with type 2 diabetes. Many people with type 2 diabetes don't realize that their kidneys are at risk. This is a big problem because kidney disease can cause serious health issues without showing any symptoms. In Germany, there was a lack of real-world data on how well patients with type 2 diabetes understand ...
Doctors are exploring new ways to assess body shape, going beyond just weight. They're using tools like ABSI, BRI, WHtR, and the Conicity Index. These tools might help spot kidney issues earlier than traditional methods like BMI. Researchers dug into a national health survey and found these new measures could be more effective in identifying kidney problems. This is ...
Eating well is one of the top ways to keep our bodies healthy and working properly, but do you know how what you eat affects the health of your kidneys? Anything from straining too complicated digestive matter but also waste from the infections, viruses, and substance from what you eat. Chose well, though. Our kidneys are super important, so let us explain. They ...
Climate change is a big problem for kidney health. It's worse in poorer countries, but people there seem less worried than those in richer countries. One major reason for this difference could be education. To figure this out, we talked to a group of highly educated healthcare professionals. Turns out, education plays a huge role in how people view climate change. M...
Did you know that doctors use a special tool called the Hypotension Prediction Index (HPI) to watch out for kidney problems during big surgeries? Your kidneys need steady blood pressure, and HPI helps doctors keep it that way. A recent study looked into whether using HPI could lower the chance of kidney injury after surgery. Imagine you're having a big operation. Yo...
Did you know that men tend to get worse kidney problems faster than women? Let's dive into why that might be. Some scientists think sex hormones play a part in this. We'll look at how hormones might make a difference in how fast kidneys fail and why guys often see more severe outcomes. Plus, we'll explore how kidneys differ between men and women and how hormones can ...