When Chronic Kidney Disease Drugs Worsen CKD

When Chronic Kidney Disease Drugs Worsen CKD

On average, people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) take nine prescription medications to control its causes and symptoms. CKD patients are often put on drugs to control their high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, high potassium, high phosphate, high water...
This Increases Chronic Kidney Disease 47%

This Increases Chronic Kidney Disease 47%

Diabetes and prediabetes are considered to be the strongest risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, a new study published in the European Journal of Clinical Investigation reveals another critical risk factor. Unlike diabetes and prediabetes, this risk...
Gout and High Blood Pressure Cured in One Swat

Gout and High Blood Pressure Cured in One Swat

Gout results from the crystallization of high uric acid levels in your blood. These crystals are then deposited in your kidneys and joints, causing extreme pain. The only conventional method to manage this condition is to use strong medications with serious side...
Drop This Habit to Reverse Arthritis

Drop This Habit to Reverse Arthritis

There is a common habit that doubles your risk of arthritis. Surprisingly, even moderate amounts of this behavior put you at risk. This is according to a new study from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, published in the Arthritis Journal and Therapy. The good news...