Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
Hemolytic (HEE-mo-LIT-ik) uremic (yoo-REE-mik) syndrome, or HUS, is one of the most common causes of sudden, short-term kidney failure in children. In severe cases, this acute kidney failure may require several sessions of dialysis to temporarily ... [... more]
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La presión arterial alta y la insuficiencia renal
Esta es la versión en español de High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease. Una revisión de los fundamentos de la tensión arterial alta y el efecto que tiene en los riñones. Habla sobre los signos de daño a los ri& [... more]
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Ejercicios para los músculos de la pelvis
Ciertos acontecimientos de la vida, como el embarazo, el parto y el tener sobrepeso, pueden debilitar los músculos de la pelvis. Por suerte, cuando esos músculos se debilitan, usted puede fortalecerlos otra vez. Los músculos del [... more]
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NIDDK INFORMATION CLEARINGHOUSES
Brief overviews of common kidney and urologic diseases to raise awareness among people not yet diagnosed Links to patient organizations, interactive health features and tools, Government agencies, and related databases Order diabetes, digestive, ... [... more]
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Embarazo, parto y control de la vejiga
Sí, pero no se asuste. Si pierde el control de la vejiga después del parto, el problema por lo general se resuelve por sí mismo. Los músculos necesitan un tiempo para recuperarse. Si el problema persiste después de seis [... more]
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Medical Tests for Prostate Problems
Fact sheet to prepare patients with suspected prostate problems for tests, including urinalysis, PSA, digital rectal exam, transrectal ultrasound, and prostate biopsy. The prostate is a walnut-sized gland in men that produces fluid that is a ... [... more]
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Anemia in Kidney Disease and Dialysis
Explains the kidneys' role in making red blood cells and how kidney disease can lead to anemia, the shortage of red blood cells. Explains procedures for diagnosing anemia and treatments. A person whose blood is low in red blood cells has anemia. ... [... more]
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Goodpasture's Syndrome
Summarizes the symptoms and treatments for Goodpasture's syndrome, an autoimmune condition. Goodpasture's syndrome is a rare disease that can affect the lungs and kidneys. Also called anti-glomerular basement antibody disease, it is an autoimmune ... [... more]
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Cystoscopy and Ureteroscopy
Outlines possible reasons for the tests and explains the preparation involved. Describes the procedures in detail, as well as what patients can expect afterward When you have a urinary problem, your doctor may use a cystoscope to see inside your ... [... more]
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Urostomy and Continent Urinary Diversion
Discusses the normal anatomy of the urinary tract and problems that might require an alternate way of eliminating urine. Describes two types of urostomies-ileal conduit and ureterostomy-and two types of continent diversions-continent cutaneous ... [... more]
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Directory of Kidney and Urologic Diseases Organizations
Directory of Digestive Diseases Organizations for Professionals Home : Resources : Directory of Kidney and Urologic Diseases Organizations This directory lists voluntary, governmental, and private organizations. Some of the organizations offer ... [... more]
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Cystocele (Fallen Bladder)
A cystocele occurs when the wall between a woman's bladder and her vagina weakens and allows the bladder to droop into the vagina. This condition may cause discomfort and problems with emptying the bladder. A bladder that has dropped from its ... [... more]
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