When the part of the kidney that filters blood – the glomeruli – is inflamed, it is called glomerulonephritis. This disease prevents the kidney from doing its job of getting rid of wastes and extra fluid in the body. If glomerulonephritis continues and is not treated, the kidneys could be permanently damaged or stop working altogether – leading to kidney failure. Below, we discuss the two ... Read More ->
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Chronic Kidney Disease
What is Chronic Kidney Disease Chronic kidney disease (CKD) – one of the most serious illnesses of the kidneys – is nicknamed “the silent killer” because it presents very subtle and mild symptoms, sometimes no symptoms at all, and often is diagnosed as something less serious or not life-threatening. A surprising number of issues and factors can lead to CKD. If you’re unfamiliar with CKD or unsure ... Read More ->
Reasons Why Your Primary Doctor Might Recommend Seeing a Nephrologist
A nephrologist is a doctor that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of ailments that affect the kidneys. Many people may not realize how prone their kidneys could be to issues such as kidney stones or kidney failure. If your primary care doctor suggests that you see a nephrologist, it is imperative that you heed his or her advice. What follows are some common signs, symptoms, and medical ... Read More ->
Doing Dialysis at Home
Your kidneys are a filtration system for your body. These bean-shaped organs located at the left and right side of the body in the lower-back region help remove impurities and excess fluid to keep the blood healthy and clean. When your kidneys are unhealthy or too weak to function normally, dialysis treatment may be required. Dialysis is a treatment that cleans and purifies your blood when your ... Read More ->
Commonwealth Nephrology Associates redesigns website with a blog
Commonwealth Nephrology Associates recently redesigned their practice website to include more ways for patients to interact with our office. The website offers a patient portal, online appointment requests, and an award-winning patient education library. We will be blogging about the latest information regarding research and advancements in Nephrology. The blog will also be used as a forum to ... Read More ->
