Chronic kidney disease or CKD, is a condition that builds over time, as a result of inappropriate kidney function. The primary job of our kidneys is to filter out the excess water and fluids from the ...

Background A 16-year-old white male with a history of obstructive uropathy presented to a pediatric outpatient clinic with a first syncope. At presentation, he had a hemoglobin level of 220 g/l, a ...

Left kidney pain may feel sharp or dull. You may also have pain in your upper back or your stomach. It can be caused by different things that may not be related to your kidneys. Share on Pinterest ...

A 'kidney attack,' or acute kidney injury, strikes suddenly, unlike gradual chronic disease. It occurs when kidneys abruptly lose filtering ability, often due to dehydration, infections, or low blood ...