Kidney disease disproportionately affects Black communities, with Black Americans nearly four times as likely to develop ...

Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located just below the ribcage. Healthy kidneys work hard to filter your blood by removing waste, toxins, and excess water to produce urine. When there is a ...

The early stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) are usually asymptomatic, with kidney function progressively and ...

Upper back pain paired with chest tightness could indicate a heart issue, while pain below the ribs that disrupts urination may point to kidney trouble. Back pain is a frequent complaint, usually ...

Knowing the difference between pain due to the kidneys versus pain due to the back can be difficult because problems with the ...

Back pain is a ubiquitous complaint, often dismissed as a consequence of poor posture or the natural aging process. However, this common ailment can sometimes be a harbinger of more serious health ...

For people with kidney disease, acetaminophen (Tylenol) is often the preferred OTC pain relief option, but it should be taken at the lowest effective dose and not exceed 3,000 mg per day. Of all the ...

Recognizing these signs early can help you seek treatment sooner, prevent complications, and avoid severe pain. Here are five important symptoms that ...

Today, as I was eating lunch with a friend (I was sitting, no strenuous activity, etc.) I suddenly felt a strong, sharp pain on my back, near the right kidney area. This was about 2pm.<BR><BR>I went ...

Dr. Uwais Zaid, a veteran urologist, has heard the comparisons. Pain from a kidney stone is like giving birth. Advertisement Article continues below this ad “It’s true,” says the man who provides care ...