Archive for the ‘kidney disease’ Category

Kidney Disease, Diabetes And Soy Foods

Saturday, August 9th, 2008

Dee Overly asked: All Type-2 diabetics are in a very high risk group for kidney problems and kidney disease. Because diabetics release abnormal amounts of proteins in their urine called albumin, it is very important to eat healthy foods that reduce this protein. Studies have been conducted over ...

Does my dog have kidney disease?

Thursday, August 7th, 2008

robinmojo asked: My 8 year german shepherd has just recently started to pee a little on her bed and the fresh pee smells strongly of ammonia. Could it be kidney disease? I am taking her to the vet but I would like some info so I can know ...

What are some natural remedies and diet tips for my cat’s kidney disease?

Thursday, August 7th, 2008

earthling asked: My cat, 6 yrs old, could possibly have kidney failure (it might be a bladder infection but I won't find out for another 2 weeks after antibiotics); he's still energetic and doesn't show any signs of illness. Ironically I have kidney disease as well and am using ...

My mom has a kidney infection, hence her kidneys are not functioning properly. Is it chronic kidney disease?

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

vanawadoo asked: My mom's kidneys are infected. She takes regular blood tests and the doctor keeps track of the WBC, urea and creatinine level. There is fluctuations in her creatinine level but the doctor pays more attention to her WBC readings, which are normal. He says that as long as ...

how long can a cat live with kidney disease?

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008

SexyArmyWife asked: my cat was just diagnosed with kidney disease. ( i am a emotiona wreck) how long can t hey live with this? They said that some parts work,, some parts dont. please, any info! he is at 75% kidney failure, no anemia, and took to iv therapy well. we ...

How to Avoid Kidney Stones Calcium Oxalate

Monday, August 4th, 2008

Muna wa Wanjiru asked: Various types of crystals are found in the kidney stones. These crystals are calcium oxalate, calcium phosphate, a mixture of calcium oxalate and calcium phosphate and magnesium ammonium phosphate. Therefore, we can categorize these kidney stones as kidney stones calcium oxalate also. In some cases, we can ...

Does anyone know where I can find information about Kidney disease & the relationship between having Diabetes?

Saturday, August 2nd, 2008

Kimberly asked: I have a history of polycytic kidney disease but do not have symptoms yet. I also have gestational diabetes . My doctor said that it is most likely that I will have type 2 diabetes after my pregnancy. I have polycystic kidney disease now.Jorge

Does anyone else have a baby with polycystic kidney disease? If so how is the baby doing?

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

amanda_l_blevins asked: I am 7 months pregnant with my fist child and I have recently found out that my little girl has polycystic kidney diesase, the doc told me there is a possibility she could be fine and there is a possibility she couldn't be. I was wondering if ...

Chronic Kidney Disease – Causes and Symptoms

Sunday, July 27th, 2008

peterhutch asked: Kidneys are as important to your health as your heart or lungs. Shaped like kidney beans and about the size of your fist, your kidneys are located on either side of your spine under the lower ribs. Their main task is to remove waste products and excess fluids ...

Detailed Information on Kidney Failure

Friday, July 25th, 2008

Juliet Cohen asked: Kidneys are a pair of organs located just behind the stomach. They filter bacteria and extra salt and water from the body. Healthy kidneys clean the blood by filtering out extra water and wastes. They also make hormones that keep your bones strong and blood healthy. Kidney ...