kidney health

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Sep 23 2023

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Sep 23 2023

Kidney stones vs gallstones: Know the difference

The solid, crystalized formations that develop in the gallbladder and kidneys differ in terms of their pain site, diagnosis and treatment

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Sep 22 2023

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Sep 22 2023

Kidney diseases in children: Warning signs parents must look out for

Parents should promptly address the early signs of renal issues in children to prevent severe consequences like kidney failure

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Jul 27 2023

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Jul 27 2023

All about high creatinine levels in the body

Creatinine is a waste product of the muscles, excreted through urine. Elevated levels are an indicator of kidney damage and require management

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Jul 16 2023

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Jul 16 2023

Ten types of cancer that can be caused by obesity

The risk of several types of cancer, including breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, increases with obesity

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Aug 09 2023

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Aug 09 2023

Know the difference between diabetes and diabetes insipidus

While both diabetes insipidus and mellitus are characterised by increased urination and thirst, they affect the body in different ways

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Jun 05 2023

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Jun 05 2023

Six foods harmful for kidneys

Moderating the consumption of salt, sugar and protein while reducing meat can help the kidney function better

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May 25 2023

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May 25 2023

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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Jun 06 2023

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Jun 06 2023

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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May 18 2023

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May 18 2023

On dialysis? Here’s how to maintain your kidney health this summer

Consuming too much water can cause several complications in people with kidney diseases who undergo dialysis frequently

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May 05 2023

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May 05 2023

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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Mar 21 2023

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Mar 21 2023

A peek into your pee: Detecting infections and other disorders through urinalysis

Urinalysis, which can detect infections and other metabolic disorders, requires knowledge of various factors like medical history and lifestyle for an accurate result

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Mar 15 2023

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Mar 15 2023

Hematuria: Why blood in urine must not be ignored

Avoiding smoking, staying hydrated and consulting a doctor can help to overcome hematuria

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Mar 10 2023

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Mar 10 2023

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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Apr 24 2023

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Apr 24 2023

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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Apr 24 2023

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Apr 24 2023

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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Apr 24 2023

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Apr 24 2023

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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Apr 24 2023

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Apr 24 2023

World Kidney Day message from Dr Sudarshan Ballal

Dr Manju Aggarwal, chief of medical services and chairperson, nephrology, Artemis Hospitals shares tips on how to keep kidneys healthy.

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Mar 17 2023

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Mar 17 2023

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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Mar 13 2023

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Mar 13 2023

Kidney transplant checklist: Factors to consider

From blood tests to psychiatric evaluation, experts do several investigations before a kidney transplant surgery

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Mar 17 2023

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Mar 17 2023

Undergoing dialysis? Know how nutrition and diet help

People undergoing dialysis should adhere to a customised diet plan to prevent complications like malnutrition

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Apr 19 2023

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Apr 19 2023

Kidney swap transplants: Saving lives, doubling joy

Swap or paired kidney transplant involves two families with willing donors and recipients

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Mar 15 2023

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Mar 15 2023

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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Feb 07 2023

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Feb 07 2023

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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Aug 07 2023

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Aug 07 2023

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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Feb 07 2023

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Feb 07 2023

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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Feb 09 2023

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Feb 09 2023

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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Apr 11 2023

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Apr 11 2023

Why obesity doesn’t give your body a fat chance

From type 2 diabetes to kidney and liver complications, here are 10 ways in which obesity can leave you and your body gasping for breath

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Dec 24 2022

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Dec 24 2022

Chronic kidney disease: detection and prevention

Catching early signs could help prevent chronic kidney disease and reverse damage. Watch the video to know what these signs are.

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Dec 19 2022

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Dec 19 2022

Man with 4 kidneys: Survival is his Perth-right

Sumeer Kumar, a person living with chronic kidney disease shares his journey of going through multiple surgeries and being the man with four kidneys.

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Apr 03 2023

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Apr 03 2023

How to manage your diet for a pair of healthy kidneys

To keep the kidneys healthy, focus on a diet that is low in sodium and potassium. However, experts suggest that it is important to consume superior quality protein alongside

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Apr 07 2023

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Apr 07 2023

Chronic kidney disease and its impact on blood sugar

People with renal complications need to watch out for hypoglycemia due to impaired insulin clearance

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Feb 02 2023

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Feb 02 2023

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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Feb 02 2023

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Feb 02 2023

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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Mar 03 2023

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Mar 03 2023

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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Feb 02 2023

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Feb 02 2023

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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Feb 02 2023

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Feb 02 2023

Chicken skin: Tiny bumps that could last until you are 30

The gender-agnostic condition usually appears during puberty, say doctors

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Feb 02 2023

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Feb 02 2023

Acute Kidney Disease: Why it happens and how to handle it

Timely management can prevent Acute Kidney Disease from turning into Chronic Kidney Disease

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Jan 16 2023

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Jan 16 2023

The connection between UTIs and diabetes

While high glucose presence in the urine of diabetic people makes them more susceptible to UTIs, practising genital hygiene and managing blood sugar and pressure levels could keep UTI-causing microbes away