What is Edema and How is it Treated?
Edema is a problem resulting from fluid build-up in the tissues – but can you eliminate it? Find out more about edema, the symptoms to watch for, and successful treatments that offer long-term relief.
Covid - 19 can lead to Kidney Disease
However, recent studies now suggest that individuals who recovered from AKI stemming from COVID-19 do not fully recover their kidney function and require kidney monitioring after they leave the hospital. These studies indicate that 34% of people with COVID-19 who survied had not yet recovered their normal kidney function after 21 days from leaving the hospital. Futhermore, the studies found that kidney function declined faster in patients with COVID-19 linked AKI. Thus although people recover from COVID 19, there is now a chance that your kidney function may not.
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I Was Just Diagnosed with PKD: Do I Have to Give Up My Coffee?
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How Dehydration Can Cause Blood Pressure Problems
Dehydration occurs more often than you think, but it's not always life-threatening. In some cases, though, it can lead to other issues, like high blood pressure. Read on to discover how dehydration impacts your blood pressure and how to prevent it.
There’s Blood in My Urine: What Should I Do?
You never expect to see blood in your urine – but what happens if you do? Keep reading to learn the reasons for blood in the urine and what you should do next for treatment.