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Urology / Nephrology Urethral stricture: Everything you need to know Tue, 16 Apr 2019 19:00:00 PDT Urethral stricture refers to scarring on the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. Learn more about urethral stricture here.

Back Pain How to tell the difference between kidney pain and back pain Mon, 15 Apr 2019 12:00:00 PDT It can sometimes be difficult to tell the difference between back pain and kidney pain because the kidneys sit below the rib cage near the back.

Multiple Sclerosis Signs and symptoms of MS in women Thu, 11 Apr 2019 18:00:00 PDT Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that damages the nerves and causes a wide range of symptoms, including vision problems and numbness. In this article, learn about the symptoms of MS in women.

Blood / Hematology What to know about high potassium Mon, 08 Apr 2019 21:00:00 PDT Symptoms of high potassium, or hyperkalemia, may include nausea, and difficulty breathing. A person may not show symptoms. Kidney issues are the main cause. Learn more here.

Urology / Nephrology What causes bloody urine in men? Sat, 30 Mar 2019 12:00:00 PDT Seeing blood in the urine is a symptom of many underlying problems in males, including infections, an enlarged prostate, and kidney stones. Learn about the causes and their treatments here.

Urology / Nephrology What causes a constant urge to pee? Mon, 25 Mar 2019 21:00:00 PDT Infections and other bladder issues can affect the way a person urinates. Some conditions can cause a constant urge to pee, even when doing so produces little urine. In this article, we look at causes, treatments, and when to see a doctor.

Back Pain What to know about lower right back pain Tue, 12 Mar 2019 13:00:00 PDT The possible causes of pain in the lower right area of the back include sprains, strains, infections, and spinal stenosis. Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Learn more here.

Urology / Nephrology What to know about brown urine Tue, 12 Mar 2019 12:00:00 PDT Urine may be brown due to dehydration, liver disease, or certain foods and medications. Treatment depends on the underlying cause. Learn more about brown urine here.

Urology / Nephrology What to know about acute renal failure Tue, 05 Mar 2019 12:00:00 PDT Signs of the kidneys failing include confusion, less urine output, and shortness of breath. Risk factors include age, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Learn more here.

Urology / Nephrology What causes urethra pain in men and women? Tue, 05 Mar 2019 06:00:00 PDT Urethra pain can occur as a symptom of many different conditions ranging from urinary tract infections to kidney stones. Learn about the potential causes of urethra pain and their treatments here.

Pain / Anesthetics What causes flank pain? Thu, 28 Feb 2019 16:00:00 PDT Flank pain is pain that occurs on either or both sides of the torso, just below the ribs. The most common reason for flank pain is a muscle strain, but there are other possible underlying causes. Learn more here.

Endocrinology What to know about 24-hour cortisol urine tests Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:00:00 PDT Doctors use cortisol urine tests to help diagnose many medical conditions that affect cortisol levels. In this article, we discuss the uses, procedure, and how to interpret the results of a 24-hour cortisol urine test.

Urology / Nephrology What causes dark urine? Fri, 15 Feb 2019 14:00:00 PDT A variety of issues can cause dark urine, including foods, medication, and dehydration. Learn more about the potential causes and their treatments in this article.

Urology / Nephrology What causes cloudy urine? Wed, 13 Feb 2019 14:00:00 PDT Cloudy urine can result from many different issues, including dehydration, urinary tract infections, and kidney stones. Learn more about the causes and treatments here.

Urology / Nephrology New tool predicts kidney stone recurrence Fri, 08 Feb 2019 03:00:00 PDT Despite the prevalence of kidney stones, it is still difficult to predict who will experience recurrence. A new tool promises to make prediction easier.

Cancer / Oncology Bladder cancer: What to know about BCG treatment Wed, 06 Feb 2019 15:00:00 PDT Bacillus Calmette–Guerin (BCG) treatment can help prevent cancer from returning following surgery for early-stage bladder cancer. Doctors deliver BCG directly to a person’s bladder using a catheter. Learn more about what BCG is, and what to expect during the procedure, here.

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs How long can you detect marijuana in the body? Tue, 29 Jan 2019 06:00:00 PDT The body processes marijuana at varying rates, which may change depending on dose, hydration, body fat percentage, and, sometimes, the sensitivity of the test. Learn more here.

Urology / Nephrology These immune cells renew themselves after acute kidney injury Mon, 28 Jan 2019 08:00:00 PDT A new study in mice finds that after acute kidney injury, kidney-resident macrophages reprogram to a state that is similar to those in newborn mice.

Sexual Health / STDs Chlamydia in men: Everything you need to know Wed, 23 Jan 2019 11:00:00 PDT Chlamydia is a very common sexually transmitted infection that affects both males and females. In this article, learn about the symptoms and complications in males.

Urology / Nephrology What causes bladder pain? Tue, 22 Jan 2019 11:00:00 PDT Bladder pain may occur due to interstitial cystitis, a bladder infection, bladder cancer, or kidney stones. In this article, we look at the causes and treatment of bladder pain.

Urology / Nephrology Drinking soda after exercise could damage kidneys Mon, 21 Jan 2019 03:00:00 PDT A recent study concludes that drinking soda following physical exertion might cause further dehydration and could even cause kidney damage.

Urology / Nephrology Uses and types of urinary catheter Tue, 15 Jan 2019 11:00:00 PDT A person may need to use a urinary catheter if they have problems passing urine. There are several types of catheter, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Learn more about urinary catheters, and what to expect when using them, here.

Women's Health / Gynecology Remedios caseros para la vaginosis bacteriana Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 PDT La vaginosis bacteriana es la infección vaginal más común. ¿Qué la causa, funcionan los remedios caseros? En este artículo responderemos estas preguntas y más.

Urology / Nephrology Trece remedios caseros y naturales para los cálculos renales Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 PDT Los cálculos renales se producen cuando los minerales y las sales forman depósitos duros en los riñones. A continuación, veremos 13 remedios caseros para ayudar a controlar los síntomas.

GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology Causes of abdominal pain and chills Tue, 08 Jan 2019 05:00:00 PDT The causes of stomach pain and chills include gastroenteritis, salmonella, and even the common cold. Treatment depends on the cause. Learn more about these, and the other causes of stomach pain and chills, here.