Kidneys – Functions and Vulnerabilities
May 20, 2022
Kidney failure
Kidney disease is rarely painful and can be difficult to detect. The main risk factors are high blood pressure and diabetes. Getting regular check-ups is highly recommended.
How do the kidneys work?
We all have two kidneys. But the job of filtering out toxins and waste products can be done by just one.
Crossover kidney donations
Crossover kidneys transplants involve a life-saving exchange between two couples. With waiting lists in Europe of eight years, normally less than half of patients live long enough to get a transplant.
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Some cultures swear by the benefits of auto-urine treatment. But can it really heal certain ailments and give you nicer skin? We check the facts.
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