Stage 2 kidney disease is mainly asymptomatic and may be difficult to diagnose. Some physical symptoms include changes in urine color and dry or itchy skin. Lifestyle changes can help prevent ...

Experts say we’re in a golden age for treating chronic kidney disease, with new drugs like Ozempic yielding major results. Will dialysis and organ transplants become a thing of the past?

Sibeprenlimab, a monoclonal antibody, is the only IgA nephropathy treatment option to selectively inhibit the activity of a ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Otsuka's injectable drug to treat patients with a potentially ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a slow health problem that affects how well your kidneys clean your blood. It has five stages that range from mild to severe. Knowing the symptoms early, doing regular ...

This study characterized antihyperglycemic medication use after chronic kidney disease onset among patients with type 2 diabetes to uncover potential unmet needs in clinical practice. Conclusions: ...

An eGFR of 30 classifies her as stage 4 CKD, with advanced renal disease. Her sCr alone would not accurately depict the severity of her kidney disease because of her dietary intake and lack of muscle ...

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 ...

Diabetes affects how the body uses glucose, also known as blood sugar. It can mean that there is too much sugar in the blood.

The intersection of climate change with chronic disease and healthcare infrastructure creates a critical and underreported ...