Sleep Disorders and Kidney Disease
Introduction The kidneys, the most important excretory organ of the body, help to clean the blood by removing extra water, minerals, and wastes. In addition, they also make hormones that keep your bones strong and blood clean. When the kidneys stop working, problems can arise. Such problems include anemia and disorders that affect the skin,…
Chronic Kidney Disease Information
Chronic kidney disease—called kidney disease here for short—is a condition in which the tiny blood vessels in the kidneys are damaged, making the kidneys unable to do their job. Usually, this occurs over a long period of time. Waste then builds up in the blood, which can harm the body. Most people have two kidneys.…
Proteinuria
Proteinuria (Protein in the Urine) Description Proteinuria is an abnormal condition in which urine contains high amounts of protein. Proteins are important building blocks of all parts of the body, including muscles and bones. Blood also contain these substances that help to protect the body from infections; help to form clots; and help keep the…