Polycystic Kidney Foundation Updates Their Website
Wednesday July 25, 2007
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is an important cause of kidney failure and affects over 12 million people worldwide. It is a genetic disorder that produces multiple cysts in the ... Read More
Pregnancy in Dialysis Patients
Monday July 16, 2007
Most women on dialysis are unable to get pregnant. This is usually due to their older age as well as the effects of kidney disease on their sexual desire and ... Read More
Traveling With Kidney Disease
Wednesday July 11, 2007
The ability to travel can be extremely important for someone’s self-esteem, quality of life, and even livelihood. However, being on dialysis or having had a kidney transplant can make traveling ... Read More
Getting Pregnant While on Dialysis is High Risk
Wednesday July 4, 2007
Most women on dialysis are unable to get pregnant. This is usually due to their older age as well as the effects of kidney disease on the their sexual ... Read More
New Research on Pregnancy and Chronic Kidney Disease
Monday July 2, 2007
During pregnancy, the kidneys worked much harder than normal and thus are placed under significant stress. As a result, it is important to know if kidney disease is going ... Read More