Plain-language, doctor-reviewed guides to kidney health from the nephrologists at Kidney Hypertension Clinic.https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/en-ushttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/do-i-need-a-nephrologist/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/do-i-need-a-nephrologist/Wondering if you need a nephrologist? Warning signs include an eGFR below 30, significant protein in your urine, or hard-to-control blood pressure. Learn when to refer.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTTreatment & Seeing a Specialisthttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-is-a-nephrologist/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-is-a-nephrologist/A nephrologist is a doctor who specializes in kidney care, diagnosing and managing kidney disease, high blood pressure, and related conditions. Learn what they do.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTTreatment & Seeing a Specialisthttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/when-do-i-need-dialysis/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/when-do-i-need-dialysis/Dialysis is needed when kidneys fail, but the timing is based on symptoms, not just an eGFR number. Learn what dialysis is, the types, and when it typically starts.Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTTreatment & Seeing a Specialisthttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/foods-to-avoid-with-kidney-disease/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/foods-to-avoid-with-kidney-disease/A kidney-friendly diet usually means watching sodium, and sometimes potassium and phosphorus. Learn which foods to limit, and why your plan depends on your stage.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiet & Lifestylehttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/high-blood-pressure-and-kidney-damage/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/high-blood-pressure-and-kidney-damage/High blood pressure is a leading cause of kidney disease, and kidney disease raises blood pressure, a two-way street. Learn how to protect your kidneys.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTCauses & Related Conditionshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-causes-swollen-ankles/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-causes-swollen-ankles/Swollen ankles and feet (edema) can be a sign of kidney problems, but also heart, liver, or vein issues. Learn the kidney connection and when to get checked.Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTKidney Disease Basicshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/kidney-disease-and-fatigue/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/kidney-disease-and-fatigue/Yes, fatigue is a common symptom of kidney disease, often from anemia caused by low erythropoietin. Learn why kidney disease causes tiredness and what can help.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTKidney Disease Basicshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/can-kidney-disease-be-reversed/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/can-kidney-disease-be-reversed/Chronic kidney disease usually can't be reversed, but its progression can often be slowed or stopped. Learn the difference between acute and chronic, and what helps.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTKidney Disease Basicshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/stages-of-kidney-disease/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/stages-of-kidney-disease/Chronic kidney disease has five stages based on your eGFR, from mild (Stage 1) to kidney failure (Stage 5). Learn what each stage means and what it means for you.Sat, 30 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTKidney Disease Basicshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/symptoms-of-kidney-disease/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/symptoms-of-kidney-disease/Early kidney disease often has no symptoms. Learn the warning signs that can appear as it progresses (fatigue, swelling, foamy urine) and when to get tested.Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTKidney Disease Basicshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-causes-protein-in-urine/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-causes-protein-in-urine/Diabetes and high blood pressure are the most common causes of protein in urine, but infections, exercise, and kidney diseases can cause it too. Learn the difference.Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTUnderstanding Your Lab Resultshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/protein-in-urine-meaning/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/protein-in-urine-meaning/Protein in the urine (proteinuria or albuminuria) can be an early sign of kidney damage. Learn what it means, how it's measured, and when to see a nephrologist.Sat, 23 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTUnderstanding Your Lab Resultshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/normal-creatinine-level/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/normal-creatinine-level/Normal creatinine is roughly 0.7-1.3 mg/dL for men and 0.6-1.1 mg/dL for women, but ranges vary by lab, muscle mass, and age. Learn what your result means.Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTUnderstanding Your Lab Resultshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-is-creatinine/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-is-creatinine/Creatinine is a waste product from your muscles that your kidneys filter out. Learn what a creatinine blood test shows, what raises it, and how it relates to eGFR.Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTUnderstanding Your Lab Resultshttps://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-is-egfr/https://www.kidneyhypertension.net/patient-education/what-is-egfr/eGFR (estimated glomerular filtration rate) measures how well your kidneys filter blood. Learn what your eGFR number means, the normal range, and what to do next.Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTUnderstanding Your Lab Results