Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD The five stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) indicate how well the kidneys are working, ranging from stage 1 (mild kidney damage) to stage 5 (kidney ...

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) happens when your kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste products and excess fluid from your blood. At first, it typically causes no symptoms, but as your ...

It is often called a ‘silent killer’ for a reason: more than 14 percent of U.S. adults are currently living with chronic ...

The condition kills over 2 million people globally and is ranked as one of the deadliest causes of death in India - Here are ...

A recent study has found that people who are dealing with kidney issues are more likely to develop one of the least known ...

KDIGO issued a 2026 anemia of chronic kidney disease (CKD) guideline to help healthcare providers and patients make informed management decisions.

Oral infections are more likely to occur in people with chronic kidney disease and are more likely to become a significant problem. Proper dental care also benefits people on dialysis or those seeking ...