She was diagnosed with a genetic kidney disease called reflux nephropathy which later progressed to kidney failure. "That was a massive wake up call," she said. "I felt very isolated. "At the age of ...

Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux, or when acid from your stomach bubbles up into your esophagus. Causes of acid reflux include certain foods and drinks, medications, and obesity. You may have ...

Determined to fight back, Becca will be joining kidney patients and their families from across the region at Kidney Research ...

We’ve all likely felt the uncomfortable pain or burning in our chest associated with acid reflux. Acid reflux happens when the contents of your stomach move back up to your esophagus and ...

and an emphasis on the diagnosis and management of reflux nephropathy. The RCP guidelines helped to achieve a more consistent approach to the investigation of children, but imposed a huge burden on ...

Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), is a common condition that happens when stomach acid flows back up into the esophagus, causing discomfort such as heartburn. It can be triggered by ...

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US and MCUG for all children aged <2 years. 99m Tc–DMSA scan in high-grade reflux [3] Urinary tract infection (UTI) is the most common serious bacterial infection in childhood, and its ...

Diabetic nephropathy is a progressive kidney disease associated with diabetes mellitus – type 1 and type 2 – affecting kidney glomeruli, arterioles, tubules and the interstitium. Clinical ...

Is your coffee habit hurting you? Nearly three-quarters of Americans drink coffee every day, and for some, that daily pleasure comes with a side of pain. If your java habit is messing with your ...