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Anemia and Your Kidney Health
Your kidneys play a critical role in filtering waste, toxins, and excess fluid from your blood. But did you know that chronic kidney disease (CKD) can lead to anemia? Your trusted team at Texas Advanced Renal Health offers CKD and anemia treatment to enhance your health and quality of life. You can count on us…
Read MoreWhat Are the Symptoms of Acute Kidney Injury?
Your kidneys play a critical role in cleaning your blood as it moves through your body. Hundreds of thousands of “nephrons” filter excess fluid, waste products, and toxins, producing urine. Acute kidney injury is characterized by the sudden onset of kidney damage or failure, leaving your health at risk. Your trusted team at Texas Advanced…
Read MoreLabs and Tests You Can Expect During Your Renal Health Visit
At Texas Advanced Renal Health, we offer kidney function tests to measure how efficiently your kidneys are working and how well they are removing waste from your body. Our goal is to ensure our valued patients live healthy, fulfilling lives. You can count on us for the highest level of care and service. Kidney Function…
Read MoreTake Control of Your Blood Pressure
Did you know that nearly 75 million Americans, or one out of every three adults, have been diagnosed with high blood pressure? Touted as the “silent killer,” the potentially serious condition can present with few to no symptoms and can lead to serious health complications. Hypertension: An Overview Hypertension is the medical term for high…
Read MoreWhat Is a Low Phosphorus Diet?
Phosphorus is a mineral naturally found in many foods. It has numerous essential roles, such as helping build strong and healthy bones and teeth, supporting cell membranes, and producing energy. However, there are times your trusted team at Texas Advanced Renal Health may recommend a low phosphorus diet. Phosphorus and Your Kidneys One of the…
Read MoreWhat Is a Low Potassium Diet?
Potassium is a mineral that’s naturally found in many foods you eat, such as bananas and baked potatoes with the skin on. It plays a critical role in keeping your heartbeat regular and helps your muscles work right. However, there are times your trusted team at Texas Advanced Renal Health may recommend a low potassium…
Read MoreHow Does COVID-19 Affect Your Kidneys
Most people who contract COVID-19 recover fully within weeks or sometimes months. However, some people develop long-term complications, including lung, heart, and even kidney problems. Here’s all you need to know about the pandemic’s effects on the kidneys and how you can stay safe. COVID-19 and the Kidneys The kidneys are bean-shaped organs below your…
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