Traditionally within the purview of rheumatology, gout can appropriately be managed by nephrologists for patients with ...

One of the main causes of itching is the high level of phosphorus in the blood. Healthy kidneys keep phosphorus levels in ...

Early kidney damage often shows subtle signs like foamy urine, swelling, and increased nighttime urination. Fatigue, ...

Recent research reveals COVID-19 significantly increases long-term kidney dysfunction risk compared with influenza, ...

A new smartphone app can accurately estimate hemoglobin levels and screen for anemia, just by analyzing a photo of your ...

Your fingernails, as small as they are, can act as indicators of your overall health, offering subtle clues about potential ...

Anemia affects more than 2 billion people worldwide, including an estimated 83 million Americans at high risk. Now, a new app delivers reliable, accessible screening directly to consumers.

When you think of signs that something is amiss with your health, your first thought may be aches and pains or even visible issues like hair loss or skin flare ups. Your mind likely doesn't go to your ...

Kidney disease is a serious yet often overlooked condition that affects millions worldwide. Despite its impact, it is frequently underestimated compared to illnesses like cancer and heart disease.

Hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar, is a significant risk factor for kidney damage in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as are high blood pressure and obesity. While there isn’t a cure for ...

kidney disease, diabetes, or thyroid disease Nail clippings and skin scrapings to check for fungal infections, psoriasis, or eczema Nail biopsy, typically with a skin punch to investigate diseases ...