Normal Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Levels : Causes of High and Low PTH Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) is a vital chemical messenger that maintains the delicate balance of minerals in your body. Understanding...
Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis (RPGN): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis (RPGN) is a medical emergency and one of the most aggressive forms of chronic glom...
What is minimal change disease (glomerulonephritis)? Minimal change disease is one of the 7 types of chronic glomerulonephritis (GN). They are all ‘autoimmune diseases’, where the immune (defence) sys...
What is mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis? Mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis (MCGN) is one of the 7 types of chronic glomerulonephritis (GN) but one of the least common types. They are all ‘auto...
What is medullary sponge kidney (MSK)? Medullary sponge kidney (MSK) is a congenital disorder, meaning it is present at birth. MSK occurs when small cysts (sacs) full of fluid form within the inner ar...
What is Loin Pain Haematuria Syndrome (LPHS)? Loin Pain Haematuria Syndrome (LPHS) is a rare clinical condition characterized by chronic or recurrent “loin” (flank) pain accompanied by hae...
What is Haemodialysis (HD)? Haemodialysis (HD) is a life-saving treatment for people whose kidneys can no longer filter blood effectively. Whether you are preparing for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) S...
What is End-Stage Renal Failure (ESRF)? End-Stage Renal Failure (ESRF), also known as End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) or Stage 5 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), represents the final stage of long-term ki...
Furosemide – a water tablet for removing excess water Furosemide is a water tablet (diuretic) for fluid overload. What is Furosemide? Furosemide is a type of medicine called a loop diuretic. It ...
Bendroflumethiazide – a water tablet for high blood pressure Bendroflumethiazide (BDZ) is a water tablet (diuretic) that works on the kidneys. It is primarily used to treat high blood pressure. ...
