Kidney failure - Better Health Channel.
Kidney disease can sometimes lead to kidney failure. If kidney disease is found early, medications and lifestyle changes can increase the life of your kidneys. However, if the kidneys fail completely, they don't often recover. People with kidney ... [... more]
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Steak and kidney pie
Use a large pie dish with a 1.25 litre capacity. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-based saucepan, add onion and fry on low heat until softened, not browned; then transfer to a plate. Heat remaining oil in pan and fry steak and kidney in batches ... [... more]
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Steak and kidney pudding
To make the filling, heat a non-stick frying pan over a high heat. Add the beef and fry, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes until browned on all sides. Transfer to a bowl, add the kidney and set aside. Heat the oil in the pan, then add the ... [... more]
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Steak & kidney pie
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a heavy-based saucepan, add the onion and fry on low heat until softened, but not browned, then remove and put on a plate. Heat the remaining oil in the pan and fry the steak and kidney in batches until evenly ... [... more]
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Kidney disease and cardiovascular risks
People with severe kidney disease are more likely to have cardiovascular problems such as angina, heart attack, stroke or heart failure. Diabetes is the main cause of kidney failure (also known as 'end stage renal failure' or ESRF). Early ... [... more]
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Kidney disease - tests
Kidney diseases can be diagnosed using urine tests, blood tests, imaging studies and biopsy. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can reduce the risk of kidney failure. Kidney diseases include kidney stones, cancer and inherited disorders such as ... [... more]
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Kidney cancer
Kidney cancer is more common in people over the age of 55 years and is more common in men than women. Cigarette smoking is a high risk for kidney cancer. Symptoms may include blood in the urine, pain or ache in the lower side, a lump in the ... [... more]
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Kidneys - polycystic kidney disease
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is characterised by the growth of cysts on the kidneys. There is currently no cure but medical treatment can manage symptoms and reduce the risk of complications. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is usually an ... [... more]
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Kidney reflux
There is a valve at the meeting point between each ureter and the bladder to prevent the backflow of urine into the kidneys. Kidney reflux means that one (or both) of these valves is not working properly. Treatment options include antibiotics and ... [... more]
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Kidneys - medullary cystic kidney disease
Medullary cystic kidney disease (MCKD) causes the growth of abnormal blisters of fluid (cysts) in the kidneys. This inherited disease leads to kidney failure. There is no cure. Treatment aims to manage the symptoms. The person needs to drink ... [... more]
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Kidney disease - prevention
Kidney disease risk factors include diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, smoking and age. Early detection and treatment can increase the life of the kidneys. High blood pressure can lead to or be a sign of kidney disease. Exercise, a balanced ... [... more]
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Kidneys - medullary sponge kidney
Medullary sponge kidney is a condition where cysts develop in the urine-collecting ducts and tubules of one or both kidneys. The exact cause is not known and there is no cure. Treatment may include antibiotics and other medications, drinking ... [... more]
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