Archive for July, 2008

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 ...

Polycystic Kidney Disease And Your Persian Cat

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Amanda Fain asked: Cats are beautiful animals and they take their place next to dogs. The cat health of a Persian sees some health problems that require some specific knowledge. Persian cats have some genetic problems that are prone to happen to any cat of this breed. A Little History ...

Keeping Kidneys In Tip Top Shape

Monday, July 21st, 2008

Jimmy Cox asked: Treatments for kidney stones have been around for nearly as long as kidney stones themselves. Some of the old-fashioned treatments suggested for kidney stones included a free use of alkalies to counteract the acidity of the urine, and a free use of soothing drinks of flaxseed or ...

Where can I buy cheaper Lactated Rigers for my dog who has Kidney Disease?

Thursday, July 17th, 2008

bmwdriver11 asked: My dog has recently been diagnosed with Kidney Disease. He is supposed to get subcutaneous fluid injections to help his kidneys deal with the problem. But my Vet charges $18 per bag of fluid, which only lasts for 3 treatments! I cant afford that, but ...

Is usable vitamin A used for people with kidney disease?

Sunday, July 13th, 2008

John B asked: I've been diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease and was recently prescribed "usable vitamin A". My doctor's explanation was sort of fuzzy and incomplete.Marie

I have been diagnosed with 3rd stage kidney disease.Will I have a problem getting a future job and insurance?

Saturday, July 12th, 2008

Dean Canyon asked: Will my kidney disease have a negative effect when I apply for any potential future jobs and Insurance. With most jobs, they usually give you a physical w/blood test, etc... and if the abnormal kidney functions show up on the results can they deny you employment ...

Can you have kids with kidney disease?

Saturday, July 12th, 2008

leanne asked: I have MPGN type 2. I have one but I want more eventually. Some doctors have told me yes, others no, but my parents have also said no. I have not reached kidney failure yet and eventually I will need a transplant. I'm going for a checkup apt. ...

Bmi - a Possible Indicator of Heart Disease Due to High Cholesterol

Saturday, July 12th, 2008

Groshan Fabiola asked: According to medical scientists, BMI, which stands for Body Mass Index, is a possible indicator of developing a series of conditions such as excessive cholesterol levels, arteriosclerosis, hypertension, heart disease, diabetes mellitus and kidney disease. The Body Mass Index calculates the ratio between one's height (and physical ...