Dennis Moledina encountered a common problem during his training in nephrology, the specialty dedicated to kidney health.

The test is made possible by a genetic variation that affects the productivity of a protein responsible for kidney repair. WSU associate professor Dr. Nicolas Villarino and collaborators from WSU's ...

Your kidneys work tirelessly as your body’s filtration system, processing roughly 200 quarts of blood daily to remove waste and excess fluid. Despite their vital importance, kidney problems often ...

Blood in the urine, medically referred to as haematuria, is a symptom that can understandably cause concern. While it is often caused by relatively common and treatable conditions such as urinary ...

When kidneys fail, toxins and waste build up in the blood. This is why it is important to keep a tab on the health of kidneys ...

Kidney cancer is a disease where cancer cells begin to develop abnormally in the kidneys. As cancer cells grow rapidly, they can form a tumor, and eventually, the cancer can spread to other parts of ...

Diabetic nephropathy is kidney damage caused by diabetes that often progresses slowly. Many people notice few or no symptoms until later stages. Early symptoms can begin in stage 2, when the ...

Kidney disease affects millions of Americans, with Black communities facing disproportionately higher risks due to genetic factors, socioeconomic challenges, and health disparities. Early detection ...

Chronic kidney disease can be a hidden threat, creeping up without noticeable symptoms. Obesity, often underestimated, plays a pivotal role as a risk factor. Carrying excess weight makes the kidneys ...

About one in 10 people will develop a kidney stone at some point in their lives — and the likelihood increases with age . Most stones pass on their own — some without causing any symptoms. But ...