Understanding Your Chronic Kidney Disease Lab ResultsWhen you are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, there are many new terms and lab values that you need to become familiar with. In fact, it can feel like you...reactionscomments
Understanding the UACR Test for Your KidneysThe Urine Albumin-to-Creatinine Ratio (UACR) test is a test that checks to see if there is a protein called albumin in your...reactions2comments
Understanding Rare Kidney Diseases: Causes and TypesIn the United States, a kidney disease is considered rare if it affects fewer than 200,000 people. There are more than 150...reactions2comments
Preventing and Managing Chronic Kidney Disease with Type 2 DiabetesEditor’s Note: This article was written by Nour Sahib and originally appeared on our partner site Type2Diabetes.com. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) commonly...reactions8comments
Recommended Vaccines for People With Chronic IllnessIt is that time of year when people start thinking about vaccinations. Since people with chronic illnesses are more vulnerable to...reactionscomments
Respiratory Infections 101Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath...reactionscomments
Pneumonia Vaccines and Chronic IllnessIs it time to get caught up on your vaccinations? One vaccine that is highly recommended for people with lung and other chronic conditions is...reactionscomments
Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactionscomments
Understanding Pneumococcal DiseasePneumococcal disease is a bacterial infection that can range from a mild ear infection to a life-threatening illness. Many people carry the...reactionscomments
Vaccines for Pneumococcal Disease: What You Need to KnowEvery year, a tiny germ sends thousands of people to the hospital, and many of them are young children or older adults...reactionscomments
11 Tips To Prevent Respiratory InfectionsIf you are worried about getting sick from respiratory infections like cold, flu, or RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) it is important to...reactionscomments
Understanding Complement 3 Glomerulopathy (C3G)Complement 3 glomerulopathy – called C3G – is a rare, chronic kidney disease. It harms the tiny filters in your kidneys. These...reactionscomments
How is Complement 3 Glomerulopathy (C3G) Treated?If you or someone you care for has been diagnosed with complement 3 glomerulopathy, also called C3G, you likely have many questions...reactionscomments
What To Expect When Joining A Clinical TrialClinical trials are medical studies that pose a question: Does a new treatment work better than older treatments? Each year, thousands of...reactionscomments
How to Cope and Live Well With a Rare Kidney DiseaseMost rare kidney diseases last a long time. There is no cure, and they often do not go away on their own...reactions1comment
What is IgA Nephropathy?Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy is a type of kidney disease. It is also called Berger’s disease. IgA nephropathy affects the glomeruli, which...reactionscomments
Understanding the Link Between CKD and GoutThough chronic kidney disease (CKD) mainly affects the kidneys, it also can affect many other parts of the body. If you are...reactions15comments
Understanding the Sleep Problems Caused by Kidney DiseasePeople with chronic kidney disease (CKD) or end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) often have trouble sleeping. A small 2022 study comparing sleep problems...reactions9comments
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When You Are Newly DiagnosedIt is often hard to know what to ask, or even where to begin, when you have questions about a new diagnosis...reactionscomments
The Invisibility of Chronic PainMany people with gout can manage their pain using over-the-counter or prescription pain medicines, physical therapy, and exercise. But some people experience...reactionscomments