More prevalent GI symptoms were already observed before kidney function was clearly reduced. Systematic enquiry of GI symptoms might increase the standard of care among IgAN patients. Moreover, GI symptoms may provide clues for future studies that examine the pathophysiology of IgAN....
In a study of adults with normal kidney function, those who had frequent depressive symptoms were more likely to later experience a rapid decline in kidney function. The study will appear in an upcoming issue ofCJASN. Depression is a common condition in middle-aged andolder adults, and it can...
Reduced fluid - especially decreased water intake and dehydration. Family history of kidney stones. Diet: consuming a diet high in animal protein, sodium and oxalate, but low in fiber and potassium rich citrus fruits. 75 % of kidney stones and 95% of bladder stones occur in men. Men between...
(Medical Xpress)—A team of researchers from France, Germany and Belgium has found that giving a peptide found in green mamba venom to mice with a kidney disease led to reduced symptoms. In their paper published inProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the group describes how test mi...
Acute kidney injury — Kidney function stops or is abruptly reduced because of a sudden illness, a medication, a toxin or a medical condition that causes one of the following: A severe drop in blood pressure or an interruption in the normal blood flow to the kidneys, which can occur ...
Side effects occur in a minority of patients. These include upset stomach, ulcers, reduced kidney function or allergic reactions.Newer NSAIDs, such as celecoxib (Celebrex), may provide the same benefits for arthritis as older medications but with less risk of ulcers. However, the risk of ...
This research was also supported by grant 5 K23 DK071565, a Patient-Oriented Mentored Scientist Award through the National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive, and Kidney Diseases (Dr Golden) and by grant RO1 HL076831 (Dr Diez Roux, principal investigator). Role of the Sponsor: The National ...
Kidney Liver Ovary Pancreas Thyroid Cancer happens when cells in a part of the body grow abnormally or in an out-of-control manner. We don’t know exactly why obesity—or even just being overweight—seems to drive cancer rates, but one theory is that because insulin is a growth hormone, ...
(feasting) within one day. Intermittent fasting may offer many health benefits, including reduced inflammation, better insulin sensitivity, improved cellular repair, and overall better health. Insulin resistance may also improve sexual function in men. According to a 2020 study published inUrology,...
Fluid buildup. Increased pressure in the portal vein and reduced liver function can cause fluid to build up in your belly (called ascites) and legs (edema). Liver cancer.Cirrhosis increases your risk for liver cancer. You'll get blood tests or an ultrasound every 6-12 months to look for...