Kidney disease often creeps in silently, and many patients aren’t diagnosed until major damage is already done. New research ...

Even "normal" kidney test results may mask hidden risks if theyre unusually low for your age and sex, signaling higher ...

Understanding your creatinine levels is important for monitoring kidney function. When you go for your yearly check-up, you'll likely have a routine blood test for creatinine. In some ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) happens when your kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste products and excess fluid from your blood. At first, it typically causes no symptoms, but as your ...

This Rare Disease Day, observed on Feb. 28 worldwide, the American Kidney Fund is committed to improving the understanding of ...

Kidney disease is the third-fastest-growing cause of death globally. Here's why doctors are sounding the alarm. Kidney disease is a serious yet often overlooked condition that affects millions ...

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CKD develops through stages 1–5. If a person has stage 3 CKD, they may begin to experience more noticeable symptoms, such as fatigue, swelling, and difficulty sleeping. At stage 3 chronic kidney ...