Chronic back pain is often misdiagnosed as a musculoskeletal issue, when in fact, kidney stones may be the hidden cause .

Stones over 10 mm in diameter usually don't pass on their own and need treatment. It is not uncommon to have gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting as you pass a kidney ...

Columnist Betty Vertin hopes her family's experience with kidney stones might help you be better prepared while living with DMD.

SGLT2 inhibitors may help reduce the risk of nephrolithiasis in patients with type 2 diabetes, including those with co-existing gout. Recent large-scale studies support that sodium-glucose ...

Lemons (Citrus limon) are a citrus fruit known for their tangy and sour taste and bright yellow color. They're packed with ...

Parsley has many medicinal applications, including as a potential aid for muscle cramps and dermatitis. Find a list of ...

The best diabetes medication if you have kidney disease can vary by the severity of your kidney damage. You may need to use one that does not require dose adjustment based on your kidney function.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is defined as a progressive loss of renal function that lasts for more than 3 months, and is classified according to the degree of kidney damage – measured by the le ...

Omega-3 fats may help reduce fat levels (triglycerides) in the blood and may also lower blood pressure, according to the National Kidney Foundation. If you have CKD, you may need to keep an eye ...

Worldwide an estimated 83 crore adults had diabetes, a substantial increase of 63 crore from 1990. Of these, over a quarter (21.2 crore) are in India followed by China (14.8 crore).