A new diagnosis of chronic kidney disease can bring a lot of questions. Who should I see? What happens next? Will my kidneys get worse? What can I do to protect the kidney function I still have? These questions are normal—and you do not have to answer them alone. Chronic kidney disease, or CKD, requires […]
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Hearing the words kidney failure can be frightening. Although the condition is serious, it does not mean you are without choices. Depending on your health, symptoms, lifestyle, support system, and personal goals, treatment may include hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplant, or conservative medical management. Learning about kidney failure treatment in New Mexico before an emergency
A hot day can do more than make you thirsty. When your body loses too much fluid through sweat, your kidneys may receive less blood flow. This can place stress on the kidneys, especially if you already have chronic kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney stones, or take certain medications. That is why heat
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Hydration advice can feel confusing when you have kidney disease. You may hear that water protects the kidneys—but you may also be told to limit fluids. So what is safe? The answer is different for each person. For some people, not getting enough fluid can lead to dehydration, low blood pressure, dizziness, kidney stones, or
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