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In 1827 dr richard bright discovered an interesting fact about the kidney what is that fact?
The disease was named after him (Bright's disease) and is covered quite a few kidney disorders including nephritis - inflammation of the kidneys. As we became more sophisticated at diagnosing and understanding kidney diseases, the term Bright's disease fell into disuse.
What is tubular kidney disease?
Tubular kidney disease-- Disease of the kidney that affect the tubules, the part of the kidney that allows certain substances to be reabsorbed back into the blood
What kidney disease does George Lopez have?
He has Gentic Kindney Disease
What is Kinney disease?
Kidney disease is a abnormal condition of the kidneys. This can be something like kidney stones or a kidney infection.
Is there any difference between kidney disease and kidney failure?
Yes, there is a difference between kidney disease and kidney failure. Kidney disease refers to any condition that affects the kidneys and impairs their function, such as inflammation, infections, or structural issues. Kidney failure, on the other hand, specifically refers to the kidneys' inability to adequately filter waste products from the blood. Kidney failure is a more advanced stage of kidney disease where the kidneys are no longer able to function properly.
What phobia is the fear of kidney disease?
Albuminurophobia is the name of the phobia relating to the fear of kidney disease
What Is the scientific name for chronic kidney disease?
Chronic kidney disease is commonly referred to by its abbreviation, CKD. The scientific name for chronic kidney disease is chronic renal insufficiency.
Who discovered the discovered polycystic kidney disease?
Both genes for PKD have been discovered and, I believe, Dr. Stephan Somlow at Yale discovered at least one of them. Check out this cartoon animation, "The Story of PKD," which tells the story of a complicated disease in an easy-to-understand way. And help also by spreading the word to build greater awareness! http://www.youtube.com/user/PKDFoundation
Are patients with diabetes mellitus at greater risk for kidney disease?
Yes, kidney disease and kidney failure are potential complication of diabetes mellitus.
Does the term nephropathy mean any disease of the kidney?
Yes, nephropathy means any disease of the kidney.
What treatment may be required for Fabry's disease patients with persistent kidney conditions?
If kidney problems progress, kidney dialysis or kidney transplantation may be required for Fabry's disease patients.
How old do you have to be to have kidney failure?
You can get Kidney Disease at any age. I was diagnosed at age 9 with Kidney Disease but had it earlier than that just undiagnosed. Usually it does not get diagnosed until stage 3 of Kidney Disease because that is when post people start to show symptoms. Chronic Kidney Disease means you will end up on either a dialysis machine or need a kidney transplant where as Acute Kidney Disease they might be able to save your kidneys. More can be found out at your local Kidney Foundation depending on what country you are in.
