A cardiologist has warned about three subtle symptoms of high blood pressure, the 'silent killer' condition that affects ...

It is often called a ‘silent killer’ for a reason: more than 14 percent of U.S. adults are currently living with chronic ...

From fatigue to swelling, know the early warning signs of kidney failure and take action before it's too late. Know its symptoms, causes and prevention methods Kidney failure is a serious condition ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD The five stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) indicate how well the kidneys are working, ranging from stage 1 (mild kidney damage) to stage 5 (kidney ...

Inflammation from lupus can cause a type of kidney disease called lupus nephritis. Learn more about how lupus affects the kidneys and lupus nephritis. For some people, lupus nephritis can lead to ...

This Rare Disease Day, observed on Feb. 28 worldwide, the American Kidney Fund is committed to improving the understanding of rare kidney diseases by providing educational resources.

Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy is a rare autoimmune disorder that causes kidney damage and often leads to kidney failure. IgA nephropathy occurs when clumps of IgA get deposited in the kidneys, ...

Kidney disease is a long-term condition that’s linked to getting older. It’s caused by too much pressure being put on the kidneys, causing them to malfunction, and not work properly. Article continues ...