Is Stage 3 Kidney Disease Serious? Nephrologists Explain.
Stepping into a nephrologist’s office when your kidney function is declining can feel overwhelming. You may be asking, “How serious is this right now?” “Am I going to need dialysis?” “Can this get better?” These are common and reasonable concerns. To understand Stage 3, it helps to know that chronic kidney disease progresses in […]
Kidney Infection Symptoms: Early Signs You Should Not Ignore
Kidney infections are a serious health condition that many people mistake for other problems like back pain or a urinary tract infection. Because the symptoms can appear suddenly or feel mild at first, many people delay seeking medical care. Understanding kidney infection symptoms early can help you recognize when something is wrong and when it […]
Doctors Answer the Top 5 Questions About Kidney Disease
A kidney disease diagnosis often brings more questions than answers. At ANC,we hear many similar concerns from patients across stages and diagnoses. To help bring clarity, we’re discussing the five most common questions patients ask about kidney disease and what our providers want patients to understand. (1) “How serious is my kidney disease, and […]
What Are 5 Signs Your Kidneys Are Not Working Properly
Your kidneys quietly do a lot of work every day. They filter waste from your blood, balance fluids, regulate blood pressure, support healthy bones, and help produce red blood cells. When your kidneys start losing function, the warning signs can be subtle at first. Recognizing early symptoms can help you get care sooner and protect […]
Your Guide to Different Types of Kidney Disease
Did you know that each year, millions of people battle kidney disease? The National Kidney Foundation estimates that roughly 10% of the global population is affected by CKD in some capacity. In forwarding the dialogue around kidney health education, we collaborated with ANC’s Dr. Alec Otteman to break down different types of kidney disease and […]