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high blood pressure and kidney disease
May 17, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease

On This Page: High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease (Hypertension) Kidneys and their function Effect of High Blood Pressure on Kidneys Risk factors for High Blood Pressure & Kidney Disease Symptoms of High Blood Pressure Advanced Kidney Disease Symptoms How Do Nephrologists Diagnose Kidney Disease? How can you prevent kidney disease from High Blood Pressure […]
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foods that are bad for kidneys
May 11, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

FOODS that are Bad for Your Body and Kidneys

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heat and kidney disease
May 5, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

Beware! Summer Time – Heat Effects & Kidney Problems

Summer heat and kidney disease Most heat illnesses occur during summer and in humid environments. When the body temperature rises up to 104 degrees Fahrenheit and humidity is above 70%, heat stroke occurs. An individual’s ability to dissipate heat becomes less effective because both temperature and humidity are high. Heat illness can be life-threatening – […]
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urine albumin creatinine ratio
April 24, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

What is the uACR (Urine Albumin-Creatinine ratio)?

Albumin is a protein normally found in the blood. An uACR is the urine albumin-creatinine ratio. This helps in revealing whether you have albumin in your urine.
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hair dye and kidney disease
April 14, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

Hair Dye Use, Poisoning, and Kidney Damage Risk

Hair dye and kidney disease Hair dye is a popular cosmetic product used by millions of people around the world to change the color of their hair or cover up gray hair The majority of people are unaware of the side effects of hair dye. It is emerging as an important health concern across the […]
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chronic kidney disease risk factors
April 5, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

Are You at Increased Risk for Chronic Kidney Disease?

Chronic kidney disease risk factors Chronic Kidney disease is common in Asians, especially in India. Diabetes and high blood pressure are the two major leading causes of chronic kidney disease in India and also in other parts of the world. Many people are living a sedentary lifestyle with very little activity levels. Hectic lifestyle, work-related […]
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high and low calcium levels and kidney disease
March 31, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

High and Low Calcium Levels & Kidney Disease

Calcium is the most common and vital mineral in the body. It is mostly stored in the bones. Calcium is also present in the blood. Apart from making the bones strong, calcium helps in the proper functioning of nerves, the nervous system, muscles, and the heart. It also helps in clotting the blood when you […]
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high potassium and kidney disease
March 22, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

High Potassium and Kidney Disease – What is the Link?

High potassium levels in the body do not show any warning signs or symptoms. Symptoms if manifest are often nonspecific – such as weakness, nausea, and heart palpitations. Therefore, hyperkalemia or high potassium levels can lead to serious heart problems and sudden death. Prevalence of Hyperkalemia In general, 2 to 3 percent of the general […]
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functions of kidneys
March 16, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

Understanding the Amazing Functions of Kidneys

Functions of kidneys: Many people think kidneys work only as the body’s filters removing waste products and excess water from the body in the form of urine. Though filtering waste from the blood is the primary function of kidneys, it is not the only function they perform. Kidneys also help in regulating blood pressure, producing […]
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who gets kidney stones
March 7, 2024
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Dr. Kavitha Gone

Who Gets Kidney Stones and Why?

Kidney stones are a serious health issue because the detection of kidney stones in normally healthy people is on the rise. Stones that are formed in the kidneys may stay in the kidney or travel down the ureter. Very small stones move out through urine without causing any pain. Small kidney stones may cause moderate […]
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