Category: Kidney Health

Kidney failure is increasingly becoming a common healthcare issue, with over 2 million people across the world suffering from kidney failure. Kidney failure has been recognized as a silent killer because people suffering from it generally are not aware of the presence of the disease. Even though there are many physical signs of kidney disease, […]

Diabetic kidney disease, also termed diabetic nephropathy. It is a severe complication of diabetes that affects the kidneys and is labelled as a “silent killer.” The primary cause of this health condition is consistently high blood sugar levels over time, which can adversely affect the small blood vessels in the kidneys. This damage leads to decreased kidney […]

Feeling frequently thirsty and having the urge to make more trips to the wash room than usual may indicate high uric acid levels in our body, pointing towards a potential risk to kidneys. Uric acid, a standard waste product in the blood, can cause problems when it accumulates excessively, leading to crystal formation. This can […]

Kidneys are one of the most important organs in the body that help to flush out the body’s waste, impurities and other toxins. Maintaining an active lifestyle and having a healthy diet is essential to keep all the organs healthy and have optimal body functioning. Table of Contents: Importance of Kidneys Causes of Chronic Kidney […]

A sharp pain in the back or side accompanied by vomiting or a burning sensation while urinating may indicate that you have a kidney stone. Table of Content What is a Kidney Stone? Risk factors of Kidney Stone Symptoms of kidney stones Ways to prevent Kidney Stone Dr. Sonal Mhatre, BHMS with 17 years of […]