Recently, my primary care physician spotted some abnormal numbers related to my kidney function. He suspects that this is related to lisinopril. As a result, he decreased my daily dosage to just 10 mg ...

Dear Doctors: My father has diabetes and high blood pressure. Sometimes he fails to follow medical care for these diseases. Now his level of creatinine has reached 2.6 mg/dL, which is very high. He is ...

With kidney disease on the rise worldwide, we asked the nation's top specialists to share the early signs of the condition.

People with impaired kidney function have higher levels of Alzheimer's biomarkers in their blood, but not an increased risk of dementia, according to a study published in Neurology.

Elevated creatinine levels signal potential kidney strain, indicating impaired waste filtering. While normal ranges exist, factors like muscle mass and diet influence results. Persistent high levels ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Last summer, a city policeman came to my door. My doctor had been unable to contact me with the results of a recent blood test and called the police. The policeman handed me a card ...

Cold weather can silently harm kidney health in people with diabetes and high blood pressure. A urologist explains risks, ...

Cold weather can quietly affect kidney health. A nephrologist explains winter kidney risks, dehydration signs, vulnerable groups, and simple steps to protect your kidneys.

Share on Pinterest Scientists believe a new urine biomarker could help predict kidney disease earlier. caifas/Getty Images Researchers have found a new biomarker in urine that could help diagnose ...