Key Takeaways Kidney Water Control Blood Water Level Your blood needs a narrow mix of water, salt and dissolved minerals. Your kidneys help hold that range steady by changing how much water leaves in urine. They do this all day, even when you are not thinking about thirst, sweat, heat or meal timing. The key … Read more
Key Takeaways What CKD Means Basic Definition Chronic kidney disease, or CKD, means the kidneys stay damaged for at least three months, or they filter blood less well than they should. The kidneys normally remove waste, balance fluid, and help control minerals in the blood. When those jobs weaken over time, waste builds up, swelling … Read more
Key Takeaways Dialysis Basics Kidney Support Dialysis is a treatment for kidney failure. It cleans waste, extra salt and extra fluid from the blood when the kidneys can no longer do enough of that work. Healthy kidneys work all day and all night, but dialysis works during set treatment times. This means it can help … Read more
Key Takeaways Spotting Symptoms Pain Clues Kidney stone pain often starts suddenly and feels sharp or crushing. Pain can sit in your side or back, then move into your lower belly or groin as the stone shifts. Pain often comes in waves because the ureter spasms as it tries to push the stone along. Some … Read more
Key Takeaways Kidney Function Basics Where The Work Happens Your kidneys sit deep in your back, one on each side of your spine. Each kidney filters blood, removes extra water and waste and helps turn those leftovers into urine. Your kidneys also help keep minerals stable so nerves, muscles and heart rhythm stay steady. These … Read more