"Bones can break, muscles can atrophy, glands can loaf, even the brain can go to sleep without immediate danger to survival. But should the kidneys fail...neither bone, muscle, gland nor brain could ...

In a new YouTube video, Justin Cottle at the Institute of Human Anatomy breaks down a condition that he has frequently heard people describe as the most painful thing they have ever experienced, with ...

Kidney stones are hard, pebble-like masses or crystals that can form inside your kidneys. They can result from the minerals and salts that are dissolved in your pee, especially if you haven't been ...

A kidney ultrasound is a quick and painless medical procedure that can provide information regarding the health of your kidneys. Doctors can use ultrasound imaging to assess the general health of your ...

Kidney stones, also called urinary stones, are rock-like substances in one or both of your kidneys. They form when you have an imbalance of minerals, like calcium or uric acid, in your urine (pee).

Your kidneys are the ultimate filtration system, but common routines like overusing painkillers or skimping on water could be ...

The early stages of kidney damage may cause few or no symptoms. However, as damage accumulates and prevents the kidneys from functioning correctly, people may begin to notice symptoms. These may ...