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Six foods harmful for kidneys

Switching to a low salt, low protein and less sugar diet keeps the body healthy and help the kidneys function better, say experts
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Kidney cancer: Men are at risk

Experts point out that one of the first indicators of kidney cancer is urinary tract issues and early diagnosis helps early intervention
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Kidney, kid-know: What to eat, what to avoid

Choosing a kidney-friendly diet depends on the type of complication, say experts, adding that people with kidney failure should avoid excessive consumption of sodium and potassium
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World Transplant Games: Two Bengaluru siblings win medals

Bengaluru siblings win medals in World Transplant Games, held for organ recipients and living donors in Perth recently. India won a total of 35 medals in the global sports meet
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Albuminuria and its kidney-heart connection

Abnormal amount of albumin in the urine indicates kidney damage, which is an independent risk factor for heart failure
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How to manage pelvic organ prolapse

Heaviness in the lower abdomen along with a feeling of stretching and pulling in the genital area could be a sign of pelvic organ prolapse. Here’s what you can do before it gets worse
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How to maintain kidney health

The risk factor for chronic kidney disease includes diabetes and high blood pressure. To ensure kidney health, it’s essential to prevent risk factors and follow healthy lifestyle options. Routine medical evaluation is a must once a person crosses 60 years
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World Kidney Day message from Dr Sanjeev

World Kidney Day message from Dr Sanjeev Kumar Hiremath, chief nephrologist, Sagar Hospitals, Bengaluru tells us the one thing he advises patients and religiously follows to keep kidneys healthy.
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World Kidney Day message from Dr Manju Aggarwal

Dr Sudarshan Ballal, nephrologist and chairman, Manipal Hospitals tell us how to take care of our kidneys because "when we take care of our kidneys, our kidneys will take care of us".
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World Kidney Day message from Dr Mythri Shankar

Dr Mythri Shankar, assistant professor in nephrology, Institute of Nephro-Urology, Bengaluru shares the one routine she religiously follows to keep her kidneys healthy.
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How to detect and prevent kidney disease

What are the warning signs of kidney disease? Happiest Health speaks to Dr Sanjay K Agarwal, professor and head, department of nephrology, AIIMS, New Delhi on how to detect and prevent kidney disease.
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Managing phosphorus levels in people with CKD

Due to a decline in kidney function, people with chronic kidney disease typically experience elevated phosphorus levels. To avoid potential complications, experts suggest following a low-phosphorus diet
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Urinary catheters may cause infection, anxiety

While urinary catheters can help people urinate better or empty the bladder, they bring with them several complications like urinary tract infections
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Dialysis: Purpose, types and risks

At what stage of chronic kidney disease do you need dialysis? What are the types of dialysis? Are there risks involved in the process? Watch to know.
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All you need to know about excess uric acid

Uric acid imbalance can cause health conditions like gout and kidney stones. A balanced diet and an adequate intake of fluids can help maintain desirable uric acid levels
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What urine tells about your health

Changes in the colour, appearance and smell of urine can point to dehydration, urinary tract infections or kidney disease
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Dos and don’ts of polycystic kidney disease

The disease caused due to an autosomal gene mutation can be managed by early screening and keeping blood pressure in check
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Eight signs of kidney disease on your skin

Extreme dry skin and unbearable itchiness, especially at night, are common signs of kidney disease. One must consult a doctor if the itch is persistent, say experts
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How much water is right for the kidney?

Water is essential for the kidneys to flush out toxins, but too much of it could be counterproductive
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The link between anemia and chronic kidney disease

Anemia is a common complication for those with chronic kidney disease. If hemoglobin levels don’t improve with iron medications, doctors suggest a kidney function test
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Urinary incontinence: Not a chronic embarrassment

Urinary incontinence is more common in older adults, pregnant and menopausal women, and people with diabetes. But there are some easy ways to detect and treat it
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Maintaining kidney health in women

Timely diagnosis is key since women are more prone to developing certain kidney-related ailments than men
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Glycosuria: a warning bell for the kidneys

Presence of sugar in urine could not only be an indicator of diabetes, but also of other kidney-related complications
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The will to survive became his Perth-right

Chronic kidney disease is a condition that is characterised by a progressive loss of kidney functioning. Dialysis or kidney transplant are the options that people can opt for
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Dialysis: A weekly rendezvous

Kidneys do quite some heavy lifting to keep us alive and kicking. And dialysis apes the kidneys' functions when they come to a halt
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How to deal with kidney stones

Kidney stones form when deposits of salts and minerals form inside the kidney. Dehydration and a high-sodium diet are among the risk factors
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Understanding acute kidney injury

Kidneys recover almost 100 per cent in acute kidney injury if treated at the earliest
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Can recurrent UTIs affect the kidneys?

Inflammation of the kidneys due to an infection is not common, say experts. Hydration is the key to tackling urinary tract infections
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